Technical Centre for Climate Change and Agricultural Development

15/04/2026

🆕 ISO 14001:2026 is here!

The new edition of ISO 14001 – Environmental management systems – launches today, building on a trusted framework used by hundreds of thousands organizations worldwide 🌎

The updated edition provides clearer guidance, easier navigation and stronger alignment with today’s environmental priorities such as climate change, biodiversity and resource efficiency.

ISO 14001:2026 supports organizations of all sizes in improving environmental performance, managing risks and opportunities, and strengthening credibility, while making a tangible difference for the planet.

Read more ➡️ https://www.iso.org/news/2026/04/iso-14001-2026-published

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12/04/2026

“ESG & Sustainability Reporting .. Is No Longer Optional — It’s the Future of Sustainable Business Success!”

TCCCAD has successfully delivered a Highly Technical and Comprehensive Implementation Program on Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) and Sustainability Reporting Assurance, equipping leading organizations with practical tools for implementation, assurance, and integration into core business operations.

🌍 Participating Organizations Included:
• ZCCM Investments Holdings Plc
• Zambia Gold Company
• Minerals Regulation Commission of Zambia
• IHS Towers
• Alfred H Knight
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💡 Why ESG Integration is a MUST for Organizations
In today’s fast-evolving business environment, ESG is no longer a compliance checkbox — it is a strategic necessity.
✔️ Enhances Investor Confidence
Investors increasingly prioritize organizations with strong ESG performance, ensuring access to capital and long-term funding.
✔️ Strengthens Risk Management
ESG frameworks help organizations identify and mitigate environmental, social, and governance risks before they escalate.
✔️ Improves Operational Efficiency
Sustainable practices reduce waste, optimize resource use, and drive cost savings.
✔️ Builds Brand Reputation & Trust
Organizations that embed ESG into their core operations gain stronger stakeholder trust and market credibility.
✔️ Ensures Regulatory Compliance & Future Readiness
Global and local regulatory frameworks are increasingly ESG-focused — early adoption positions organizations ahead of compliance demands.
✔️ Drives Long-Term Profitability & Sustainability
ESG-aligned organizations are more resilient, innovative, and competitive in the long run.
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🔗 ESG & Core Business Operations: The Connection
Integrating ESG means embedding sustainability into every business decision, including:
• Strategic planning and governance structures
• Supply chain and procurement processes
• Risk management frameworks
• Financial reporting and assurance systems
• Corporate culture and stakeholder engagement
This ensures ESG is not treated as a standalone initiative, but as a core driver of business performance and value creation.
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🚀 Missed the Training?
Organizations that have not yet undergone this transformative ESG program can still take advantage of this opportunity.
📩 Contact TCCCAD today:
[email protected]
“Integrate ESG Today — Lead Tomorrow.”

10/04/2026

Rising CO₂ levels could drive pollen production up by as much as 200% by the century’s end.

09/04/2026

Catch up on what’s new in ISO 14001 at your own pace. 🌱

Our ISO 14001:2026 webinar has reached full capacity, but you can still register to receive the on-demand recording.

Discover what’s new in the updated edition of the world’s most widely used standard for environmental management, and what it means in practice for organizations of all sizes.

The new edition builds on a trusted foundation, with clearer guidance and a stronger focus on climate, biodiversity and resource efficiency.

👉 Sign up for on-demand recording at the link in our bio.

09/04/2026

3.6 billion people—nearly half of the global population—are currently highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.

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Solar and onshore wind farms typically take less than two years to build, while gas-fired power plants can take seven years.

03/04/2026

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31/03/2026

🚨 Strengthening Public Sector Finance via IPSAS Implementation and Transitioning Program🚨

TCCCAD has successfully concluded a Highly Technical Advanced International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and Auditing – Implementation & Transitioning Training Programme, bringing together key public institutions committed to strengthening financial governance.

Participants included:

• Ministry of Finance and National Planning
• Office of the Auditor General
• Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA)
• Zambia Metrology Agency (ZMA)
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🔍 WHY THIS PROGRAM IS CRITICAL TO PUBLIC INSTITUTIONS
In today’s governance environment, public institutions are under increasing pressure to demonstrate transparency, accountability, and efficient use of public resources. Transitioning to IPSAS is no longer optional—it is essential.
This program is critical because it:
✅ Enhances Transparency & Accountability
IPSAS ensures clear, accurate, and globally comparable financial reporting—building public trust.
✅ Strengthens Financial Management Systems
Improves budgeting, reporting, and auditing processes across institutions.
✅ Supports Compliance with International Best Practices
Aligns Zambia’s public sector with globally accepted accounting and auditing standards.
✅ Improves Audit Readiness & Reduces Irregularities
Equips institutions to respond effectively to audits and minimize financial misstatements.
✅ Drives Informed Decision-Making
Reliable financial data enables better policy formulation and resource allocation.
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⚠️ WHY THIS PROGRAM IS A MUST FOR ALL PARASTATALS & QUASI-GOVERNMENT INSTITUTIONS
If your institution is not yet trained:
❌ You risk weak financial controls and reporting inconsistencies
❌ You may face adverse audit findings and reputational damage
❌ You fall behind in transitioning to internationally accepted standards
❌ You limit your institution’s ability to manage public funds effectively
In a results-driven public sector, financial discipline is not optional—it is mandatory.
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💡 THE TCCCAD ADVANTAGE
TCCCAD simplifies complex IPSAS frameworks and delivers practical, implementation-focused training that ensures real institutional transformation—not just theory.
📩 MISSED THIS TRAINING? JOIN THE NEXT COHORT!
Don’t be left behind in the transition to IPSAS.
📧 Contact us today: [email protected]

Strong institutions are built on strong financial systems. Transparency builds trust. Accountability drives development.
👉 Equip your institution today.
👉 Transition with confidence.
👉 Partner with TCCCAD.

29/03/2026

Championing Workplace Safety through ISO/IEC 45001:2018 and the Zambia's OHS Act No 16 of 2025-Implementation Program.

Zambia is at a turning point. With the recent increase in industrial fatalities and the enactment of the New OHS Act No. 16 of 2025, "business as usual" is no longer an option.

TCCCAD has just concluded an intensive Highly Technical Implementation Program based on ISO 45001:2018 and the new laws of Zambia. We were honoured to host delegates from:

• ✅ Ministry of Labour and Social Security
• ✅ Zambia Police Service & Road Transport and Safety Agency (RATSA)
• ✅ Minerals and Regulations Commission of Zambia
• ✅ Mine Workers Union of Zambia (MUZ)
• ✅ Zambia Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU)
• ✅ NATSAVE & WARMA
Why your organization MUST implement an ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management System:
✅ Legal Compliance: Avoid penalties and shutdowns under the new Act.
✅ Protect Your Workers: Shift from "unsafe behaviors" to a culture of proactive safety.
✅ Union & Government Alignment: Meet the standards expected by MUZ, ZCTU, and the Ministry of Labor.
✅ Financial Security: Reduce costs associated with accidents, compensation, and downtime.

💡 Is your company compliant? Under OHS Act 16 of 2025, ignorance is no longer a defense. Every employer — public or private — is legally and morally obligated to protect their workers.
This training equips organizations to build robust Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems that save lives, reduce liability, boost productivity, and demonstrate legal compliance.
Why does your company need this? The law has changed. Safety is no longer a "suggestion"—it is a mandatory requirement for every public and private sector player. Our program bridges the gap between technical requirements and real-world implementation to save lives and protect your organization from legal liability.
Don't wait for an accident to happen. Lead the change.
📧 Enroll your team today: [email protected] 📍 TCCCAD: Building a Safer, Compliant, and Productive Organisations

29/03/2026

The last 11 years have been the hottest years ever recorded. Earth’s energy imbalance has reached its highest than at any time in observed history, with heat reaching deeper into the ocean. This is the Global 2025.

Read the full report. Act.
https://bit.ly/StateOfClimate2025