In the absence of an energy chapter in Agenda 21, HELIO International
has undertaken to assess and monitor the contribution of energy systems
to an improved quality of life and to check the implementation of
environmental Conventions and principles. To ensure accurate, unbiased
information on energy development, HELIO created the Sustainable Energy
Watch, (SEW).SEW is...a worldwide network of energy experts and
grassroots leaders. Their combined analysis of in-country energy
production and evaluation of daily life provides a comprehensive
assessment of energy developments and their impacts on society.
Aimed at policy-makers, business people and concerned citizens, the SEW reports follow a central methodology [PDF, 81 KB] and are based on eight indicators [PDF, 124 KB] (en francais [PDF, 135 KB])
selected for their relevance, clarity, balance and timeliness; using
these as benchmarks, the country-level analysts impart their experience
and provide an independent view of the energy scene in their own
country. Their reports can then be used by governments and other
stakeholders to better promote ecodevelopment via comprehensive energy
policies. |
Use of SEW Indicators...
 Several SEW indicators
are used as part of a new proposed assessment tool [PDF, 293KB] for South Africa. Send comments to Rina Taviv: rtaviv (at)
csir.co.za |
