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Ramaphosa: COP26 Just Transition Strategy to be Finalised in 2022

SOUTH AFRICA

Ramaphosa Speaks about the COP26 - R131bn just transition allocation:

  • This support will take the form of various financial instruments, including grants and concessional loans. This funding will be mobilised over the next three to five years, with a view to longer-term engagement.
  • This is an initial commitment, which may increase as discussions progress and further funds are identified.
  • This commitment from international partners does not mean we need to accept any unfavourable terms, especially if the financing arrangements could impact negatively on the public fiscus.
  • the pace and extent of decarbonisation in South Africa will be determined by the financial support available and will take account of the country's social and economic challenges.
  • A significant proportion of funding is expected to be used for Eskom's just transition plans, which includes decommissioning, repowering and repurposing of old coal-fired power stations in line with the Integrated Resource Plan 2019.
  • Funding will also be allocated towards the development of new sectors such as electric vehicles and the implementation of the Green Hydrogen Sector Master Plan
  • Funding offered through the Political Declaration will be used for targeted programmes of reskilling and upskilling, creating employment and providing other forms of support
  • This process is expected to be finalised over the next six months to a year. It will be done transparently and we will all get to know what it entails
MNI London Bureau | +44 020-3983-7894 | murray.nichol@marketnews.com
MNI London Bureau | +44 020-3983-7894 | murray.nichol@marketnews.com

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