Thursday, February 28, 2008

about directors

About being a director .

DIRECTOR ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

WHO SHOULD ATTEND TO THE FOLLOWING STUDY PROGRAM FOR SELF EDUCATION?

Directors and aspiring executive and non-executive directors whose of all companies, whether domestic or foreign-owned, or with foreign subsidiaries or joint ventures whether they are NGO’s, NPO’s or CBO.

The direction of organisations in the context of both privately and publicly owned companies encompasses a large amount of information you ultimately need to apply in practices too.

YOUR COURSE OBJECTIVES SHOULD BE TO KNOW THE FOLLOWING:

Participation in this course will provide you with:

· Knowledge of the law relating to directors liabilities and of the application of corporate governance to building an effective organisation

· A clear understanding of the concepts, principles and nature of the direction of organisations

· A clear understanding of the leadership and organizational issues involved in stakeholder management and performance delivery

· The basis of a review of professional competence and personal development as a director

COURSE CONTENT NEEDS TO INCLUDE:

· Directors Liabilities and Corporate Governance

o Legal basis of directors liabilities

o Corporate variety

o Corporate governance in public companies

o Corporate governance codes

o The governance of private companies and family business

· Corporate Accountability

o Ownership and shareholder management

o The shareholder agreements

o Relationships with venture capital

o Stakeholder accountability

o The wider governance debate

· Governance, Entrepreneurialism and Management

o Corporate governance in context

o Entrepreneurialism at the board

o Management for directors

· Director Competencies and Personal Development

o Logic and intuition at the board

o Competencies for direction

o Personal development planning

· Integrative case study

The International Director may need to know even more.

This is needed since implications for an international director of different legal and cultural systems may vary from region to region of the World.

Participation in a Internationally recognized course will provide you with:

· Knowledge of the basis of legal differences in company law in alternative jurisdictions

· A clear understanding of the role and responsibilities of foreign directors and overseas boards

· A clear understanding of how and why cultures vary and the consequences for board and business relationships

· The comparative basis of company law

o Comparing the basis of company law in the major jurisdictions

o Company law in emerging economies

o Procedures, practice, common problems and misunderstandings

· Corporate governance in different jurisdictions

o International comparative corporate governance

o Developments in the EU and the US (including Sarbanes Oxley overview)

o Role of the director, board structure and operation in different jurisdictions

· Cultural orientation

o Understanding cultural variation, socialisation, use of time and information

o How different cultures see each other

· Cross cultural leadership

o Culture and communication

o Leading across a cultural boundary

· Integrative case study

A practical workshop on the role and tasks of the non-executive director may be a good place to start your career.

OBJECTIVES may include.

Participation in this course will provide you with:

· Knowledge of the duties and liabilities of the non-executive director

· A clear understanding of the role and tasks of the non-executive director

· A clear understanding of the non-executive director’s relationships around the boardroom table

· A clear understanding of the work of the board and what and how to contribute to it

· Directors’ liabilities and corporate governance

o Legal basis of directors’ liabilities

o Corporate variety and corporate governance codes

o Corporate governance in public companies

o The governance of private companies and family businesses

o Variety in the role of the non-executive director

· The non-executive director and the board

o Board roles and relationships (Chairman, Finance Director, Executive and nonexecutive directors, advisors)

o Main boards, subsidiary boards and owner managed boards

o Board sub-committees (Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee)

o Boards in the public and social enterprise sectors

o Finding, appointment and removal of nonexecutive directors

· The work of the board

o Strategic thinking and setting policy

o Accountability and management oversight

o Decision making and dilemmas of the board

· Creating an effective board

o Process, procedure and rhythm at the board

o Managing policies and building the team

o Board appraisal and review

· Integrative case study


About being a director .

DIRECTOR ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

WHO SHOULD ATTEND TO THE FOLLOWING STUDY PROGRAM FOR SELF EDUCATION?

Directors and aspiring executive and non-executive directors whose of all companies, whether domestic or foreign-owned, or with foreign subsidiaries or joint ventures whether they are NGO’s, NPO’s or CBO.

The direction of organisations in the context of both privately and publicly owned companies encompasses a large amount of information you ultimately need to apply in practices too.

YOUR COURSE OBJECTIVES SHOULD BE TO KNOW THE FOLLOWING:

Participation in this course will provide you with:

· Knowledge of the law relating to directors liabilities and of the application of corporate governance to building an effective organisation

· A clear understanding of the concepts, principles and nature of the direction of organisations

· A clear understanding of the leadership and organisational issues involved in stakeholder management and performance delivery

· The basis of a review of professional competence and personal development as a director

COURSE CONTENT NEEDS TO INCLUDE:

· Directors Liabilities and Corporate Governance

o Legal basis of directors liabilities

o Corporate variety

o Corporate governance in public companies

o Corporate governance codes

o The governance of private companies and family business

· Corporate Accountability

o Ownership and shareholder management

o The shareholder agreements

o Relationships with venture capital

o Stakeholder accountability

o The wider governance debate

· Governance, Entrepreneurialism and Management

o Corporate governance in context

o Entrepreneurialism at the board

o Management for directors

· Director Competencies and Personal Development

o Logic and intuition at the board

o Competencies for direction

o Personal development planning

· Integrative case study

The International Director may need to know even more.

This is needed since implications for an international director of different legal and cultural systems may vary from region to region of the World.

Participation in a Internationally recognized course will provide you with:

· Knowledge of the basis of legal differences in company law in alternative jurisdictions

· A clear understanding of the role and responsibilities of foreign directors and overseas boards

· A clear understanding of how and why cultures vary and the consequences for board and business relationships

· The comparative basis of company law

o Comparing the basis of company law in the major jurisdictions

o Company law in emerging economies

o Procedures, practice, common problems and misunderstandings

· Corporate governance in different jurisdictions

o International comparative corporate governance

o Developments in the EU and the US (including Sarbanes Oxley overview)

o Role of the director, board structure and operation in different jurisdictions

· Cultural orientation

o Understanding cultural variation, socialisation, use of time and information

o How different cultures see each other

· Cross cultural leadership

o Culture and communication

o Leading across a cultural boundary

· Integrative case study

A practical workshop on the role and tasks of the non-executive director may be a good place to start your career.

OBJECTIVES may include.

Participation in this course will provide you with:

· Knowledge of the duties and liabilities of the non-executive director

· A clear understanding of the role and tasks of the non-executive director

· A clear understanding of the non-executive director’s relationships around the boardroom table

· A clear understanding of the work of the board and what and how to contribute to it

· Directors’ liabilities and corporate governance

o Legal basis of directors’ liabilities

o Corporate variety and corporate governance codes

o Corporate governance in public companies

o The governance of private companies and family businesses

o Variety in the role of the non-executive director

· The non-executive director and the board

o Board roles and relationships (Chairman, Finance Director, Executive and nonexecutive directors, advisors)

o Main boards, subsidiary boards and owner managed boards

o Board sub-committees (Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee)

o Boards in the public and social enterprise sectors

o Finding, appointment and removal of nonexecutive directors

· The work of the board

o Strategic thinking and setting policy

o Accountability and management oversight

o Decision making and dilemmas of the board

· Creating an effective board

o Process, procedure and rhythm at the board

o Managing policies and building the team

o Board appraisal and review

· Integrative case study


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International Renewable Energy Institute: Laboratory & Demonstration Unit for Africa

International Renewable Energy Institute: Laboratory & Demonstration Unit for Africa © November 2007 Copyright asserted to be property of John M Riggs.

“I John M Riggs hereby found the on this day 2nd December 2007 the International Renewable Energy Institute Laboratory Unit and Demonstration site for Africa. The purposes there of are numerous however primarily to enable mankind to live in harmony with nature and spirit. We enable Energy Efficiency in our lifestyles and dedicate ourselves to service to mankind and earth of which we are part.”

John M Riggs is the proprietor of Doctor Green horticulture and landscaping CC., as well as houseofdijohn.co.za he is at the same time the founder of the Johns Steytler village a permaculture demonstration units, some of the activities of which are conducted by Riggs Brothers Dion C Riggs and John M Riggs.

The purpose of the IREI and LDUFA is involvement in:

· Energy Efficiency Research and Education with emphasis on design and planning of dwellings, towns & associated infrastructure reticulation.

· Carbon Foot Print and Clean Development Mechanism initiatives.

· Facilitation and contributions to “think tanks “ &others with objective to provide inputs for creation of financial instruments and technological innovations in regards to Climate Change mitigation methodologies especially in developing economies

· Emissions Reductions with view to emission eliminations in all sectors of energy utilization

· Environmental Savings & Energy Efficiency devices, facilitation of manufacturing, development and beneficiation at local industrial level.

· Sustainable Utilization at regional level (Africa), National and Domestic residential level of energy use.

· Strategic Environmental Assessment processing in regards to all energy matters known to us in our sub region.

· Transport, Freight Efficiency and Mineral & Fuel security.

· Ongoing monitoring & co-operation with likeminded NGO’s & Commerce.

· Integration of AU,NEPAD,SADC,ECOWAS,MONUC,EACM, ACP et al ,consultations for Energy & Water reticulation of infrastructure services this would include the related Telecommunications and Information Technology transmission networks

· Facilitate and develop practical demonstration and sustainable permaculture villages

© November 2007 Copyright asserted to be property of John M Riggs

Practical demonstration facilities:

· Solar Heated Residential and Domestic Hot Water

· Solar Space Heat: passive and active solar retrofits

· Wood heat

· Passive cooling & permaculture as architecture of residences

· Solar Electricity & solar living

· Wind Generated Electricity

· Electricity from Micro Hydro sources

· EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES: Fuels cells , methane, biodiesel hydrogen

© November 2007 Copyright asserted to be property of John M Riggs

The background history leading to the development of the unit

This laboratory comes in response to the South African Government affiliated monopoly ad electricity supplier namely ESKOM the Electricity Supply Commission in South Africa and the Environmental Impact Assessment numbered conducted by (Agriculture, Community Environmental and Rural Development Consultants) or ACER Africa (PTY) Limited trading as ACER (Agriculture, Community Environmental and Rural Development Consultants) a subsidiary of MBB Services International.

The words below are the reply offered by John M Riggs in response to the proposed 756 kVA electricity supply transmission lines which were proposed to be traversing a section of the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa in vicinity of Port Elizabeth the primary function was to supply sufficient power to Coega and the Rio Tinto-ALCAN aluminum smelter planned for the Port Ngqura in Nelson Mandela Bay.

Quote of Mr Riggs’ correspondence:

“ESKOM EIA REPORT AND SPECIALIST STUDIES COMMENT IN TO: Gamma Grassridge Public Participation Process. EIA 12 .12 20 801

Valley Bush Veld Affected Parties Conservation group and other parties example of which would be the Federation For Sustainable Development( in Africa) of which I am one of the primary instigators and supporters of the Founders to effect the development of the Special Purpose NGO/NPO & CBO , and tax efficient vehicle for Research Development and Education, namely International Renewable Energy Laboratory and Resource Centre”(©2007 John M Riggs ) and its practical application by methods of Open Air Laboratory Practical Study & Demonstration Unit”

Additional information

In the 2002 Mr Riggs entered into correspondence with the local communities, ESKOM DME and DWAF to facilitate carbon reduction projects and inter catchment water transfer projects with purposes of pumped storage hydro electricity generation and irrigation as a addition to rural development and food security land reform and community development with objective of wealth creation and sustainable livelihoods or in economic terms support of the reserve margins.

His original submission suggested alternative and renewable energy and movement away from dependency on uranium and coal as feedstock supplies which if had infrastructure of power stations and a network and reticulation system had existed would of resulted in ESKOM in Africa selling its power to the markets of India and China where we as South Africa already are likely to be selling our resources. It a seems likely to be logical to sell the electricity and employ large numbers of our population, (of which approximately 40 % are unemployed and receiving the ALLPAY state allowance and living subsidy , to effect the installation of the infrastructures so as to add value as opposed to sell the raw materials without beneficiations.

ESKOM response was not direct after various prominent persons were approached no correspondence was offered by them nor receipt of letter acknowledged with the exception of a retiring professional from DME.

Aforesaid gentleman, from the impression of Mr. Riggs, was in all likelihood being forced out with incentives of early retirement due to his European decent and possible affiliations t the previous government which is alleged to have been a racist regime.

Regardless of the reasons Mr. Riggs awaited a reply which he never received, while he, in his culture and manner it is considered common courtesy to reply or acknowledge receipt of correspondence within I 7 and at a maximum 14 working days.

A later observation of Mr. Riggs was the Scoping Phase for the powerline which precedes the EIA.

Mr. Riggs, having examined the application papers published as law requires it on ESKOM website and otherwise acquired , discovered this to be a fraudulent application process, details can be afforded public knowledge after the pending criminal prosecution of the responsible persons which may include the previous CEO of ESKOM at the time.

In the Draft Environmental Impact Report and Specialist Studies Public Review and Comment, (offered by ACER Africa) process Mr. Riggs discovered that land belonging to his relatives and friends was now indicated as under scrutiny and option of being expropriated by the State organs for purposes of the Transmission lines with about any considerations of what the community had already offered in terms of provision of their workmanship and other provisions and permission in principle to establish renewable energy options.

The aforesaid lands are of heritage value and holds personal value in that it houses graves and other history close to their hearts including cultural historico- practices, faith based and agrarian lifestyles.

Related websites: www.alcant.co.za

www.eskom.co.za search terms GAMMA GRASSRIDGE, COEGA, & EIA

Important resources:

Learn to offset your Carbon Emissions at www.jhbcityparks.com

Adjust our household energy consumption in your habitat www.indaloyethu.co.za

Living off gas is a consideration:

Butane or methane gas can reduce or eliminate your dependence on coal fired power stations and these related powered devices, try these options.

· Gas/electric fridges

· Gas geyser with battery ignition

· Gas cookers & stoves

· Butane cartridges & mobile /small stoves

· Gas lighting (especially outdoors, with not wiring reticulations and for emergencies)

www.flexopower.com www.probono.org www.totai.co.za www.marineturbines.com

Other information in regards to eh sensations attributed to the ENERGY CRISIS IN SOUTH AFRICA.

www.thoughtleader.co.za/pierredevos Pierre De Vos in Facebook

www.thoughtleader.co.za/christivanderwesthuizen

www.thoughtleader.co.za/lazolandamase

Energy Options:

Solar/fire

Wind/air

Wave/water

Biogas/Earth

Uranium/metal

Labels : energy , renewable energy , energy efficiency, John Riggs, solar , Riggs Brothers ,Riggs Brothers t/a houseofdijohn.co.za, John M Riggs, Energy Options, permaculture villages, sustainable villages, doctor green horticulture and landscaping , Valley Bush Veld Affected Parties Conservation Group, Johns Steytler Village , Pierre De Vos

© January 2008 Copyright asserted to be property of John M Riggs t/a Houseofdijohn.co.za

About being a director .

DIRECTOR ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

WHO SHOULD ATTEND TO THE FOLLOWING STUDY PROGRAM FOR SELF EDUCATION?

Directors and aspiring executive and non-executive directors whose of all companies, whether domestic or foreign-owned, or with foreign subsidiaries or joint ventures whether they are NGO’s, NPO’s or CBO.

The direction of organisations in the context of both privately and publicly owned companies encompasses a large amount of information you ultimately need to apply in practices too.

YOUR COURSE OBJECTIVES SHOULD BE TO KNOW THE FOLLOWING:

Participation in this course will provide you with:

· Knowledge of the law relating to directors liabilities and of the application of corporate governance to building an effective organisation

· A clear understanding of the concepts, principles and nature of the direction of organisations

· A clear understanding of the leadership and organisational issues involved in stakeholder management and performance delivery

· The basis of a review of professional competence and personal development as a director

COURSE CONTENT NEEDS TO INCLUDE:

· Directors Liabilities and Corporate Governance

o Legal basis of directors liabilities

o Corporate variety

o Corporate governance in public companies

o Corporate governance codes

o The governance of private companies and family business

· Corporate Accountability

o Ownership and shareholder management

o The shareholder agreements

o Relationships with venture capital

o Stakeholder accountability

o The wider governance debate

· Governance, Entrepreneurialism and Management

o Corporate governance in context

o Entrepreneurialism at the board

o Management for directors

· Director Competencies and Personal Development

o Logic and intuition at the board

o Competencies for direction

o Personal development planning

· Integrative case study

The International Director may need to know even more.

This is needed since implications for an international director of different legal and cultural systems may vary from region to region of the World.

Participation in a Internationally recognized course will provide you with:

· Knowledge of the basis of legal differences in company law in alternative jurisdictions

· A clear understanding of the role and responsibilities of foreign directors and overseas boards

· A clear understanding of how and why cultures vary and the consequences for board and business relationships

· The comparative basis of company law

o Comparing the basis of company law in the major jurisdictions

o Company law in emerging economies

o Procedures, practice, common problems and misunderstandings

· Corporate governance in different jurisdictions

o International comparative corporate governance

o Developments in the EU and the US (including Sarbanes Oxley overview)

o Role of the director, board structure and operation in different jurisdictions

· Cultural orientation

o Understanding cultural variation, socialisation, use of time and information

o How different cultures see each other

· Cross cultural leadership

o Culture and communication

o Leading across a cultural boundary

· Integrative case study

A practical workshop on the role and tasks of the non-executive director may be a good place to start your career.

OBJECTIVES may include.

Participation in this course will provide you with:

· Knowledge of the duties and liabilities of the non-executive director

· A clear understanding of the role and tasks of the non-executive director

· A clear understanding of the non-executive director’s relationships around the boardroom table

· A clear understanding of the work of the board and what and how to contribute to it

· Directors’ liabilities and corporate governance

o Legal basis of directors’ liabilities

o Corporate variety and corporate governance codes

o Corporate governance in public companies

o The governance of private companies and family businesses

o Variety in the role of the non-executive director

· The non-executive director and the board

o Board roles and relationships (Chairman, Finance Director, Executive and nonexecutive directors, advisors)

o Main boards, subsidiary boards and owner managed boards

o Board sub-committees (Audit Committee, Remuneration Committee)

o Boards in the public and social enterprise sectors

o Finding, appointment and removal of nonexecutive directors

· The work of the board

o Strategic thinking and setting policy

o Accountability and management oversight

o Decision making and dilemmas of the board

· Creating an effective board

o Process, procedure and rhythm at the board

o Managing policies and building the team

o Board appraisal and review

· Integrative case study

Related websites:

http://saifasp.blogspot.com & http://ireiandldufa.blogspot.com

© January 2008 Copyright asserted to be property of John M Riggs t/a Houseodijohn.co.za


Other relevant data links about GAMMA GRASS RIDGE and the area that concerns Riggs:

Heritage matters studied by ESKOM :

http://www.eskom.co.za/content/Heritage%20Impact%20Assessment.pdf

ALCANT a group opposed to ESKOM and ALCAN in Coega.

http://www.alcant.co.za/energy.html


The Eastern Province Herald

http://www.theherald.co.za/herald/2006/09/19/news/n07_19092006.htm



Who is ACER /MBB?

http://www.zululandchamber.co.za/profiles/ACER%20(Africa)%20Environmental%20Management%20Consultants.pdf


Enviropaedia Comments :

http://www.enviropaedia.com/news/article/default.php?pk_news_type_id=2&pk_news_id=109&pg=9

How other peoples lives have been affected by unscrupulous persons ,opinion of Biophile magazine(online version) :

http://biophile.co.za/energy/death-threats-secrets-and-lies


The Strategic importance to South Africa and job creation in a poor province

http://www.info.gov.za/view/DownloadFileAction?id=95791



EWT (Endangered Wild life Trust) & Bird ,bird habitats and Conservation

https://www.ewt.org.za/images/uploaded/workgroups/SACWG_Grus_%20September_2006.pdf


Financial aspects some market analysis by persons who write for "Make Markets Works"

http://74.125.95.132/search?q=cache:rjdqrlq6x3gJ:www.makemarketswork.com/client/makemarketswork/upload/Presentation%2520Mandy%2520Rambharos,%2520ESKOM.pdf+gamma+grassridge+ESKOM&cd=9&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=za


Insights from a Global Perspective:

http://www.ihsglobalinsight.co.za/news.asp?id=721

CSIR COMMENTS related to Coega:

http://eia.csir.co.za/cip/docs/App7_Notes_from_focus_group_meetings.pdf

Online version of BIOPHILE MAGAZINE how other peoples lives have been affected by unscrupulous persons who involved in Energy sector .

http://biophile.co.za/energy/death-threats-secrets-and-lies

Engineering News presentation about IDZ Coega and ALCAN SMELTERS' importance and relevance:

http://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/zone039s-power-requirements-to-necessitate-r64bn-expenditure-2007-12-07