The SCA's "Deadly Air" judgment has refocused attention on government's legal responsibilities for air quality in priority areas.
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The Minister has proposed amendments to the Waste Exclusion Regulations, 2018, under NEMWA, to refine the process for excluding certain waste streams. Key changes include mandatory public participation and a trial project registration process.
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Mining companies must obtain necessary rights and licenses, conduct EIAs, manage waste, rehabilitate land and engage with communities to comply with regulations, or face penalties, licence suspension, reputational damage and legal action.
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The Carbon Tax Act that came into effect on 1 June 2019 aims to reduce the impact of climate change following the “polluter-must-pay-principle” by taxing greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions.
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South Africa, at the Conference of the Parties (“COP”) 15 in 2009, committed and is legally obliged to develop and implement policies and measures that will curb its GHG emissions.
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