Some argue that nuclear power will get us to our clean energy goals faster, but other experts say it is unsafe, unaffordable and unnecessary
What energy mix will make up for the loss of South Africa’s coal power over the next decade or two? Will renewables alone fill the gap, or is nuclear power needed?
The chief executive believes climate change is an opportunity for the utility to pivot from coal
The shift away from the fossil fuel will take time but analysts say it is imperative that South Africa accelerates the process
The just transition that is currently being executed is a balance between energy security and climate change, according to one analyst
Failing to invest in a greener economy could cost South Africa trillions, but calls to mobilise capital come amid fiscal strain
A Just Share report on the AGMs of seven of SA’s biggest financiers found their climate commitments show promise, but timelines remain sketchy
Despite this, a new report has found that investment in Covid financial recovery packages focus on fossil fuels
The shift to renewable energy makes financial sense
‘The generation of 1976 did not fight to end the injustices of their time only for there to be the dawn of a climate apartheid’
As the demand for oil shrinks and prices collapse, Africa’s petro states — the likes of Angola, Nigeria, Egypt and Equatorial Guinea — will be left with massive holes in their budgets
The chief executive ignores the fact that public participation has been minimal, details of jobs to be created are missing and the greenhouse gas emissions will be way off the Paris Agreement target
The miners are in a comfortable position as the world creeps towards a lower-carbon future
Lehlogonolo Masoga has said that critical inputs from environmental and justice organisations and residents in the Vhembe area have been considered
The environmental and social impact of the special economic zone has been reduced, but Chinese investment and loans haven’t been disclosed, job creation is uncertain, and water use and toxic waste remain troubling
The bank has received praise for setting a more ambitious climate policy than other major local banks, targeting zero fossil fuel exposure by 2045
South Africa’s latest proposed reduction targets on greenhouse gas emissions, while an improvement on before, do not go far enough to avert a disastrous rise in global temperatures this century.
The university says it provides a platform for multiple voices to be heard on any issue, including that of a climate denialist
Nuclear sector says it should be poised to take up more than 50% of the 24GW left vacant by coal
With a good business model, the power utility can move to reliable, cost-effective clean energy, says the International Institute for Sustainable Development
In 2020, 86% of South Africa’s electricity came from coal, compared to the global average of 34%, Global Electricity Review research shows
Shareholder engagement on climate-crisis risks is an proving effective tactic to bring about change
As investors ditch fossil fuels, environmental lobby groups are using advocacy and litigation to force SA’s biggest polluters to change their ways
Research suggests retiring old coal-fired power is more cost-effective and climate positive
We’re all feeling the pinch, government included. But where it does spend its money is instructive
Country can’t lose sight of the threat climate change poses, President Ramaphosa says.
Why real climate leadership requires public finance institutions to commit to stop funding fossil fuels
Pumping limited resources into a project that is predominantly meant to extend dirty coal energy in South Africa is not what local communities and the climate needs.
The government must not cave to Eskom’s demand that it be exempt from air pollution rules. Furthermore, the power utility needs to stay true to the principles of its own just transition strategy
The government needs to invest in sustainable energy solutions to ensure economic recovery
South Africa has been ranked the second worst performer of the G20 non-OECD member countries, behind Saudi Arabia, for its lack of transparency and continued support for fossil production, fossil-fuel based power and consumption of fossil fuels
A better future for all South Africans is possible if we pursue a swift path to renewable energy