Nuclear Energy
latest news & developments
‘Zombie’ nuclear project: Nuclear-1 environmental authorisation faces legal battle
Environmental justice organisations have launched a high court challenge against Eskom’s proposed Nuclear-1 power station, arguing that the 2017 environmental authorisation,…
Ramokgopa withdraws ministerial determination paving way for new nuclear build — for now
Opposition groups have hailed the decision as a ‘victory for democracy’
Power battle over nuclear ‘solution’ for South Africa’s energy crisis
Proponents of nuclear power claim it is safe and cheaper than renewable energy but eco-justice activists say it is expensive and dangerous
State to fight new nuclear hurdle
This is the second nuclear challenge the government will be fighting after they lost against NGOs in 2017 This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your…
Nuclear energy procurement market to open in 2024
Nuclear energy is thought to be a solution to the baseload concerns facing the country This content is restricted to registered users and subscribers. Get Your Free Account The…
ANC Youth League deems nuclear critical to industrialisation
A discussion document prepared for the youth league’s national congress weighs in on the ‘baseload’ debate
If it’s not coal, then go for nuclear, says energy department
The mineral resources and energy department is pushing for nuclear power but experts argue that this is unsafe and will take too long to implement
Focus on improving the energy availability factor as a quick win to stop load-shedding
One of the main factors contributing to a sudden increase in load-shedding is not sustaining maintenance for the old fleet
Nothing ‘new’ or ‘clear’ about National Nuclear Regulator’s decisions
Civil society organisations and civilians are requesting transparency and participation in the decisions regarding the life extension of Koeberg
Fossil subsidies take the bulk of finance needed for an inclusive renewable energy sector
Minerals and Energy Minister Gwede Mantashe agrees that green energy is cost competitive and calls for equitable ownership in the sector
Fight against rhino poaching goes nuclear
Rhisotope project aims to significantly reduce demand for rhino horns by safely applying radioisotopes to deter poachers
Karpowerships plead their case, but environmentalist argue SA doesn’t need powerships
The powerships will be more expensive for consumers than wind and solar energy and isn’t required for reliable electricity generation
Civil society groups angered by lack of transparency on Koeberg’s life extension
Legal processes required to grant a licence for South Africa’s nuclear power plant have not been followed, civil society organisations say
US firm Jacobs clinches portion of R20bn contract for Koeberg modifications
The project will extend operating life of South Africa’s only nuclear power plant by another 20 years
Niger museum is eclectic national ‘mirror’
It has displays covering art, history, dinosaurs, nuclear energy, craftwork and music as well as live animals, for it is also a zoo