South Africa Renewable Energy: 5 Powerful Growth Drivers

South Africa Renewable Energy: 5 Powerful Growth Drivers

South Africa’s energy landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. For decades, the country has relied on fossil fuels—especially coal—to power its economy. But the costs have become clear: climate change, rising sea levels, extreme weather, and environmental degradation. Yet, in the face of crisis lies opportunity. South Africa renewable energy is no longer just an […] The post South Africa Renewable Energy: 5 Powerful Growth Drivers appeared first…

South African mining communities urge community-led path in energy transition - EnviroNews - latest environment news, climate change, renewable energy

As South Africa moves toward a low-carbon future, communities most affected by the extractive economy have demanded to be included in the transition. President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa On Monday, May 12, 2025, the Sekhukhune Combined Mining-Affected Communities (SCMAC), in partnership with 350Africa.org, Ahinasa, and the Centre for Applied Legal Studies (CALS), launched a new case study: “Concrete Models of Socially-Owned Renewable Energ…