SABS Releases SATS 14092: South Africa’s Climate Change Adaptation Framework

SABS Releases SATS 14092: South Africa’s Climate Change Adaptation Framework September 24, 2023 SATS 14092 Introduction: The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) has introduced SATS 14092 (2023), a technical specification that aids local governments and communities in South Africa to prepare for and manage the impacts of climate change. It aligns with the global […]

Africa’s Progress Toward Sustainable Development Goals: UNESCO’s Assessment

Africa’s Progress Toward Sustainable Development Goals: UNESCO’s Assessment September 20, 2023 UNESCO Commends Africa’s Progress Towards Sustainable Development Goals: Commendable progress made by African nations in working towards the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Key Challenges in Education, Energy, and Food Security: Three critical challenges facing Africa: education, energy access, and food security. The Role […]

Global Climate Chaos: Runaway Fires, Hurricanes, and Earthquakes Amplify Climate Crisis

Global Climate Chaos: Runaway Fires, Hurricanes, and Earthquakes Amplify Climate Crisis September 13, 2023 Hottest Year to Date: The year began with the sixth-warmest January on record in the United States, with an average temperature of 35.2 degrees Fahrenheit. Global Climate Chaos: The interconnectedness of extreme weather events worldwide, such as wildfires, hurricanes, floods, and […]

South Africa’s $8.5 Billion Climate Pact Faces Delays, Hopes to Push Forward by COP28

South Africa’s $8.5 Billion Climate Pact Faces Delays, Hopes to Push Forward by COP28 September 11, 202 South Africa’s ambitious climate pact, the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), has faced significant delays due to internal conflicts and concerns about job losses, particularly from those connected to the coal industry. The power supply crisis has contributed […]

South Africa Community Members Speak Out Against Traditional Leaders’ Power Amid Mine Plans

South Africa Community Members Speak Out Against Traditional Leaders’ Power Amid Mine Plans  August 30, 2023 Clash centred around a proposed mining project has stirred divisions within the village of Makhasaneni and is emblematic of a larger trend in South Africa where traditional power structures are questioned. The proposed mining project has ignited a shift […]

Renewable Energy Focus Could Pave the Way for BRICS Climate Club

Renewable Energy Focus Could Pave the Way for BRICS Climate Club  August 28, 2023 BRICS nations are considering the creation of a climate club centred around renewable energy, potentially reshaping global climate action. The diverse renewable energy resources of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa form the foundation of this alliance. The BRICS climate […]

Debate Erupts Over South Africa’s Renewable Energy Master Plan: Balancing Concerns and Progress

Debate Erupts Over South Africa’s Renewable Energy Master Plan: Balancing Concerns and Progress  August 25, 2023 Mixed Reactions to Draft Renewable Energy Master Plan: The release of South Africa’s Renewable Energy Master Plan draft has elicited positive and negative responses, reflecting the complexity of balancing environmental goals with energy poverty and social transformation. Environmental Optimism: […]

South Africa Should Prepare for Hottest Summer Ever, Climate Experts Warn

South Africa Should Prepare for Hottest Summer Ever, Climate Experts Warn South Africa faces a warning from climate experts to prepare for the hottest summer ever as extreme heatwaves in other regions are linked to human-driven climate change. Extreme heat waves in South Africa can have serious consequences, including health risks, strain on energy resources, […]

Troubling Forecast: Gulf Stream’s Vulnerability to Collapse Raises Alarm

Troubling Forecast: Gulf Stream’s Vulnerability to Collapse Raises Alarm New research suggests that the Gulf Stream, a crucial ocean current regulating Earth’s climate, could collapse by 2025 due to increased freshwater from melting ice and excessive rainfall disrupting its flow. The collapse could result in catastrophic climate impacts, including rapid cooling in the North Atlantic […]