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SA, Norway Ministers to drive talks on climate change mitigation

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… Dion George, and his counterpart from Norway, Minister of Climate and Environment Tore Onshuus Sandvik, have been … on mitigation before and during the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29). The Ministerial Pair was … SA, Norway Ministers to drive talks on climate change mitigation …

Carbon pricing poses threat to economies of developing countries

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… such as the United National Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), discussion and agreement [on] the CBAM … said. Just Transition South Africa recognises the need for climate action to be centred on a Just Transition, meaning a …

Human Settlements aims to improve rural landscape

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… development, but it will also assist us with mitigating climate change and its effects,” Kubayi said. Kubayi was speaking at … sector is faced with many challenges, including climate change, population growth, low economic growth, …

Department of Science and Innovation renamed to highlight focus on tech

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… on the global stage. “Its priorities include climate change and environmental sustainability, human resource …

Comments sought draft First Biennial Transparency Report

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… in 2015, at the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) COP21, provides the overarching global goal and framework for international climate action in the post 2020 period. The Paris Agreement’s …

Government working with communities to find suitable land for housing

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… and put measures in place to mitigate future disasters. Climate change is upon us, and we should be better prepared and be …

Minister urges G20 to show leadership in addressing climate crisis

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… The G20 needs to show leadership in addressing the climate crisis, says Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the … Environment, Dr Dion George. “The existential crisis of climate change is posing significant threats not only to human health … Minister urges G20 to show leadership in addressing climate crisis …

SA calls for financing model to fund climate change

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… financial model to effectively fund the global response to climate change. “For South Africa and many other developing … The Minister was speaking at the G20 Environment and Climate Sustainability Ministers meeting in Brazil. He said … SA calls for financing model to fund climate change

Deputy President hopes SA's G20 Presidency will make the world more equitable

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… rising extreme poverty; the current global economy; climate and energy crises; the debt crisis facing developing … issues that will inform and drive our agenda forward.” Climate change Meanwhile, the Deputy President has described climate

Business urged to adopt sustainable practices

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… social protection system that can withstand the impacts of climate change and support a just transition to a sustainable … South African’s vision for long-term, just transition to a climate-resilient and lower-carbon economy and society. South …

Citizens encouraged to participate in National Science Week

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… things as poverty, inequality, pandemics and the impact of climate change.” The Minister highlighted the stellar achievement of …

GNU working to build an inclusive economy

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… ensure inclusive economic growth, address and respond to climate change challenges and the Just Transition, and ensure a …

SA's G20 Presidency to prioritise Africa and Global South

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… eradication, quality healthcare and actions against climate change are far from being met. The UN estimates that the … the funds they need, at sufficient scale, to respond to climate change and its impact. This is largely because the …

SA's G20 Presidency to focus more on Global South and African issues, says Lamola

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… In addition, the emphasis will also be on combating climate change, which has devastating consequences for food security …

Waste to wealth: solutions for a sustainable future

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… and emissions from improper waste disposal intensified the climate crisis. The International Solid Waste Association … Responsibility (EPR) Regulations and the accent of the Climate Change Bill into an Act marked a significant shift in how the …

TNPA invites service providers for Liquefied Natural Gas at Ngqura

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… These include a seismic survey, marine ecology, climate change impact assessment and socio-economic assessment to …

Condolences to family of victim affected by freezing weather conditions

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… She also added that South Africa is experiencing unusual climate change related incidents, marked by an increase in the … “While this is a global phenomenon, the impact of climate change related disasters is not uniform. Recent …

Department of Health commemorates World Environmental Health Day

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… department, environmental health is critical in addressing climate change mitigation and adaptation, and disaster risk reduction … to create resilient and sustainable communities.  “Climate change and disaster risks are fundamental threats to …

Let’s be alive to the impact of climate change – Acting President Mashatile

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… emphasised the need to recognise the growing impact of climate change on the nation's well-being and cultural heritage.  … Free State, Mashatile urged citizens to be mindful of how climate change threatens both livelihoods and cultural … Let’s be alive to the impact of climate change – Acting President Mashatile …

Critical minerals sector key to driving global economic growth

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… to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating climate change through the country's Just Energy Transition Plan. … minerals are vital for solving global challenges like climate change, energy, and food insecurity.  He called on US …