The country's windfall lies in the syn tax

South Africa's economy could win if the unfair benefits accruing to producers of synthetic fuels ended.

Nationalisation out, nationalism in

The state and ANC are rigorously debating proposals that could force a radical shake-up of the country's $2.5-trillion non-energy mineral wealth.

No fracking way: Sasol puts Karoo shale gas plans hold

News that Sasol has decided to postpone its shale gas exploration in the Karoo has been welcomed by the Treasure Karoo Action Group.

Mines, Sasol question SA's climate change plan

The Chamber of Mines and Sasol have expressed reservations about SA's main climate policy paper, with industry reduction targets a key concern.

Sanction threat prompts Sasol to review Iran operations

Sasol says it is reviewing its investment in Iran, which is facing sanction over its nuclear programme, and has no growth plans for the country.

Sasol to do feasibility study on US gas-to-liquid plant

Petrochemicals group Sasol said on Tuesday it would conduct a feasibility study on a potential gas-to-liquids plant in the US.

Taking science to everyone

Sasol's longstanding commitment to the objectives of Sasol Techno X has newfound relevance as it joins the celebration of the IYC, declared by Unesco.

Solidarity declares wage dispute in fuel sector

Labour union Solidarity said it had declared a wage dispute in the country's petroleum sector after negotiations failed.

Sasol picks David Constable as CEO

Sasol said on Friday that David Constable would serve as the group's new chief executive from July 1 when the current head of the company steps down.

Shale gas stirs ecology fears in Karoo

The Karoo could solve South Africa's energy problems -- but only through an extraction process called fracking that has greens seeing red.

Science initiatives

A comprehensive learning kit for physical science teachers and learners has been put together by Sasol.

Carbon tax imminent, says treasury

Sasol and Eskom, SA's biggest emitters, will be most affected, but they could just pass on the cost.

New era dawns for mini synfuels

Developing countries -- and the environment -- could benefit greatly from new technology that makes fuel and electricity from waste.

Sasol buys R7bn stake in Canada gas field

Petrochemical company Sasol will buy a 50% stake in a shale gas field in Canada for R7,14-billion, it said on Tuesday.

Sasol lists on JSE's new BEE trading facility

Sasol will list its black empowerment shares on a new trading facility on the JSE, the two parties announced on Tuesday.

Sasol looks for gas to boost synfuels, chemicals operations

South Africa's Sasol is looking for more gas across Africa and beyond to boost its production of chemicals and synthetic fuels.

Sasol signs petrol deal with Canadian Talisman

Petrochemical giant Sasol has signed a $1-billion deal to buy a 50% stake in a shale petrol field owned by Canadian energy firm Talisman.

Sasol fingered in espionage case

Greenpeace sues corporate giant for damages.

Green revolution starts to take root

Private companies and banks itching to enter alternative energy market, writes Lionel Faull.

Sasol notches up a jet-fuel first

Sasol took to the skies on Tuesday with the world's first jet flight using fully synthetic fuel, the company said in a statement.

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