Coal Fuelled Power Stations
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General Electric looks back at the progress it has made in over 120 years in Africa
Editorial: Green ruling a win for all
The court has instructed government to consider how projects would contribute to climate change.
Power station in vicious circle with climate change
A new coal-fired utility planned for Limpopo will contribute to global warming, and climate change will affect its ability to run efficiently.
Why this matters: Environment department paves way for more coal-fired power plants
The largest emitter of greenhouse gases in South Africa is Eskom’s fleet of coal-fired power stations, which make up half of national emissions.
Nuclear build tied to outdated Integrated Resource Plan
The energy plan does not reflect how much has changed since 2010.
‘They use our lungs to turn a profit’
Private projects are being rushed to bolster energy supplies, skipping checks and jeopardising lives.