Just Energy Transition
Net-zero path outlined by IEA, too tough for South Africa to follow
The recommended IEA path to net-zero is a difficult one for South Africa to follow, considering its heavy reliance on coal; however, the country has positive initiatives in place to report on at COP26 states SANEDI.
Hydrogen is a gas like any other, just with a greener potential
While the commercial production of indigenous gas depends on the probability of it being discovered and exploited, the commercial production of hydrogen depends on certainty of decisions to exploit South Africa’s solar and wind resources.
Is there space for hydrogen in the just energy transition?
A just energy transition within the Global South context doesn’t just mean changing the energy source from brown to green, but often means creating energy access in the first place.
Ed’s note: Building South Africa on a JET job market
In bracing South Africa for a just energy transition (JET) and the green energy transition, there are several areas to address,
Link between just energy transition and energy poverty
Reducing energy poverty and increasing access to energy is a core component of a just transition to a low-carbon, climate-resilient economy and society. Yet it is often overlooked states a TIPS policy report.
Enlit Africa: Financing the African energy transition
Financing the African energy transition
Finance, investment and strategy is your starting point for delivering on Africa's commitment to economic growth, energy access, climate change mitigation and more. In this podcast our speakers will address...
Nigeria needs $400 billion to facilitate energy transition
The Minister of State for Power has indicated that Nigeria is ready to participate in COP26 but that the country needs in excess of $400 billion between now and 2050 to power over 25 million homes.
Decarbonising South Africa’s power system report unveils evidence
The recent Power Sector Decarbonisation Report states that it is possible for South Africa to decarbonise its economy and assesses ways to ensure a just transition that is economically, socially and environmentally sustainable.
Webinar recording: The just energy transition and the wider energy sector’s role
The panel addressed various interventions for ensuring the justness of the energy transition and how regions can share lessons that utilities can apply within their environments.
Webinar 24 August: The just energy transition and the wider energy sector’s role
The panel will address various interventions for ensuring the justness of the energy transition and how regions can share lessons that utilities can apply within their environments.
