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IRP 2023 public consultations

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… for energy can be met. It takes into account costs and our climate change commitments in meeting our country’s demand for … solar, and battery storage. The most significant change relates to the allocation for new gas-to-power, which …

Climate Change fund to be established to support communities

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… Government is expected to establish a Climate Change Response Fund to address the devastating effects of … to build our resilience and respond to the impacts of climate change,” President Cyril Ramaphosa said on Thursday. … Climate Change fund to be established to support communities …

Agricultural sector urged to protect livestock from extreme heat

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… daily exposed to harsh climatic conditions.  Meyer said climate change has a dramatic impact on weather patterns and in … and producers. “The department recognises the impact of climate change and disasters on the agricultural sector. The …

SA to advance the African agenda with focus on AfCFTA

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… the Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change (CAHOSCC), which will be held to reaffirm Africa’s position on climate change as advocated during the Conference of the …

President Ramaphosa hands over Welisizwe programme bridges

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… under construction throughout the country. “Because of climate change, extreme weather events like flooding are becoming …

Winde thanks roleplayers battling wildfires around the Cape Winelands

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… of officials and be vigilant.  “There can be no doubt that climate change is a major factor. That is why the Western Cape … sector to pivot to renewable energy to help mitigate the climate crisis,” he stressed. City of Cape Town's Mayco …

Take part in the Green Tourism Incentive Programme

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… to our efforts to adapt and mitigate to the impacts of climate change by helping businesses use water wisely and use clean … sector. The department said it continues to advance climate action in tourism for the resilience of the sector as …

Several parts of KZN classified disaster areas following floods

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… natural disasters is made worse by the ongoing impact of climate change, which has brought unprecedented weather patterns.  … and adaptability are the only way to reduce the impact of climate change,” CoGTA said. Nkadimeng also appreciated the …

President Ramaphosa travels to Uganda for NAM and G77 summits

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… the areas of trade, investment, sustainable development, climate change, poverty eradication, and digital economy. “The Group …

Celebrating SA’s firefighters

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… ‘fuel types’ not experienced in South Africa,” he said. Climate change Asked about how climate change is affecting the work of firefighters, …

Reduce food waste this Christmas

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… to greenhouse gas emissions and exacerbates the effects of climate change.  “When food is wasted, not only are valuable … they produce a potent greenhouse gas that can accelerate climate change.  “The city encourages residents to practice …

SA welcomes COP28 agreement global adaptation efforts on climate change

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… which recognises and underscores that the impacts of climate change will be much lower at the temperature increase of 1.5 … adopted a new fund to help poor nations cope with costly climate disasters. “Throughout our facilitation of the Global … SA welcomes COP28 agreement global adaptation efforts on climate change

President establishes Presidential PhD Initiative to boost innovation

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… small business development and tackles the realities of climate change.  “From these examples, it is clear that we are …

KZN Premier calls for practical solutions to address climate change

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… technology and other practical solutions to address climate change. Dube-Ncube made the call when addressing various platforms at the COP 28 Climate Summit, currently underway in Dubai. Being held from … KZN Premier calls for practical solutions to address climate change

White Paper on electric vehicles released

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… urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change. Additionally, we recognise the pivotal role the …

Our plan to tackle climate action must leave no one behind – President 

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… President Cyril Ramaphosa has used the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Dubai, known as COP28, to emphasise that … makes it clear that we can take effective action against climate change while pursuing energy security for all our … Our plan to tackle climate action must leave no one behind – President  …

President Ramaphosa pleased with milestones at COP28

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… in decarbonising the economy and mitigating the effects of climate change. The President also called for more countries to participate in efforts to end the effects of climate change in developing economy countries.  "We are …

Developing countries must stand as one - President Ramaphosa

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… was speaking at the inaugural G77+China Summit on Climate Change held on the sidelines of the Conference of Parties … in this group is already experiencing the impact of climate change and its associated loss and damage. This means …

Multilateralism key to dealing with climate change

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… leaders to continue working together in efforts to tackle climate change as unilateralism can have detrimental result on … economies. “Multilateralism must remain central to global climate action. Unilateral, coercive and trade-distorting … Multilateralism key to dealing with climate change

SA commends Cuba’s support in water sector

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… of green energy including the development of hydropower, climate change and its impact on infrastructure and national disaster …