Database / South Africa / 2024

Climate Change Act (No. 22 of 2024)

Statutory Active Verified

The Climate Change Act No. 22 of 2024 establishes mandatory carbon budgets and sectoral emission targets. It integrates CCUS as a key technology for hard-to-abate sectors, supported by the national pilot project in Mpumalanga (confirming 34Gt storage capacity) and a transitioning carbon tax regime reaching R308/t by 2026.

National Governance Context

South Africa Overview

Aggregate National Maturity Index (Peak Strength)

Governed Policies

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Identified Projects

0

Operational Cap 0.0 Mtpa
Under Construction Cap 0.0 Mtpa
Planned Cap 0.0 Mtpa

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