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Toxic plume: The Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air estimates that the pollution from Sasol's plant resulted in about 23 800 years of life lost a year. Photo: Supplied
AIR POLLUTION

Deadly cost of Sasol's Secunda pollution

A study by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air reveals that emissions from Sasol's Secunda coal-to-liquids complex contribute to an estimated 1,000 deaths and R19…

  • Sheree Bega
7 min read
In 2024, global coal consumption reached a record high, with commercial banks investing more than $130 billion across Asia, the US and Europe.. (Paul Botes)
ENERGY POLICY

#CancelCoal: SCA to hear government appeal over 1 500MW new coal plan

Youth and environmental organisations are back in court to defend their 2024 victory against 1,500MW of new coal-fired power, as Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho…

  • Sheree Bega
8 min read