RENEWABLE ENERGY
Grid unbundling not an immediate obstacle to private power - Eskom - Engineering News.
Suntech signs MoU to build SA solar plants - Engineering News
Treasury calls for private sector involvement in electricity - Engineering News
CARBON TAX
Treasury says double-cabs to be taxed from March 1, at higher threshold and rate - Engineering News: "The Treasury confirmed on Thursday that the sale of new double-cab pick-ups would be subject to carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions tax from March 1, 2011.
The emissions tax would still be introduced on new passenger cars from September 1, 2010.
Both the penalty and threshold for CO2 tax on double-cabs would be higher than for passenger cars.
New passenger cars would be taxed, based on their certified CO2 emissions, at R75 for each g/km above 120 g/km, adding around 2% to 3% to the price tag of a car.
The Treasury said that the threshold for double-cabs would be set at 175 g/km, and the tax rate at R100 for every g/km above the threshold."
Saturday, August 28, 2010
New energy management standard to be introduced late next year
"The introduction of ISO 50001 – a new energy management standard – was expected to come into force by the end of 2011, however, large electricity consumers should gear themselves towards implementing the standard now." Read more here, on Engineering News.
Also see: Eskom working with key customers on energy-efficiency plans - Engineering News.
Also see: Eskom working with key customers on energy-efficiency plans - Engineering News.
SA's energy plan expected by November, no plan to cancel Kusile
"The much-anticipated second Integrated Resource Plan, or IRP2010, originally planned for promulgation in September, is now expected by the end of October or early November, an official from the Department of Energy (DoE) said on Wednesday." Read more here, on Engineering News.
Record number of entries for energy-efficient lighting design competition
"Power utility Eskom this year received a record number of 567 entries from designers for its Energy-Efficient Lighting Design competition (EELDC), which closed for entries on July 30." Read more here, on Engineering News.
Mainstream CEO calls for medium-term renewable energy target
"The South African government should set a clear medium-term target to fully harness the economic benefits to the South African economy from renewable energy, said Mainstream Renewable Power CEO Eddie O'Connor.
He added that this was the approach adopted by a number of States, including China and the European Union, which have since developed strong renewable energy industries." More here, on Engineering News.
He added that this was the approach adopted by a number of States, including China and the European Union, which have since developed strong renewable energy industries." More here, on Engineering News.
CO2 tax possible on all cars, old and new – Gordhan
"Government is considering implementing a carbon dioxide (CO2) vehicle emission tax on all cars, both new and old, Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan said on Tuesday.
Speaking in the National Assembly on the Taxation Laws Amendment Bill and related legislation, he said this would be implemented by reviewing the approach to vehicle licence fees implemented by the provinces." Read more here, on Engineering News.
Speaking in the National Assembly on the Taxation Laws Amendment Bill and related legislation, he said this would be implemented by reviewing the approach to vehicle licence fees implemented by the provinces." Read more here, on Engineering News.
Acid drainage response team to seek ‘affordable' solutions
"A special Ministerial-level task team has been assembled by the South African government to develop a coordinated strategy to deal "urgently" with the issue of acid-water drainage, which some believe poses a serious threat to South Africa's water resources, the country's environment, human health and to local economies." Read more here, on Engineering News.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
SA should target 50% renewable energy by 2030 - WWF
In this Engineering News article, WWF revealed in its report titled 'Renewable energy in a just transition to sustainable electricity supply' "that South Africa had the potential to rapidly upscale its use of renewable energy, and with a combination of energy-efficiency measures, this would result in cheaper electricity over the medium term.
The report also introduced the sustainable national accessible power planning (Snapp) tool, which was commissioned by the WWF, and was freely available on the Internet. The Snapp tool allowed for interrogation of government's proposed energy plan, and allowed for the modelling of different energy scenarios, depending on the different inputs made."
The report also introduced the sustainable national accessible power planning (Snapp) tool, which was commissioned by the WWF, and was freely available on the Internet. The Snapp tool allowed for interrogation of government's proposed energy plan, and allowed for the modelling of different energy scenarios, depending on the different inputs made."
Ecomagination Challenge
This Engineering News article reports that "Global technology group General Electric's (GE's) $200-million competition for "breakthrough" green-energy ideas has reportedly already attracted around 1 000 submissions.
The competition, which was launched last month, is being pursued in collaboration with venture capital firms Emerald Technology Ventures, Foundation Capital, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byer and RockPort Capital.
The deadline for entries, which can be made online at www.ecomagination.com/challenge, is September 30, 2010."
The competition, which was launched last month, is being pursued in collaboration with venture capital firms Emerald Technology Ventures, Foundation Capital, Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byer and RockPort Capital.
The deadline for entries, which can be made online at www.ecomagination.com/challenge, is September 30, 2010."
Friday, August 13, 2010
Food For Thought
If this title caught your attention, you may be interested in finding out more about the book, 'Waste - Uncovering the Global Food Scandal' - read more here on Urban Sprout
also, check out the doccie called "The End of the Line" about our oceans' dwindling fish stocks. Read more on Urban Sprout.
also, check out the doccie called "The End of the Line" about our oceans' dwindling fish stocks. Read more on Urban Sprout.
World First - Uganda Takes Steps to Curb Carbon Emissions
This East African Business Week report informs us that "Kampala — Uganda has become the first country in the world to register a programme of activities that will reduce dangerous methane emissions into the environment.
A statement issued by the World Bank office in Kampala said the programme of activities were launched on the premises of the Municipal Waste Compost Programme to be implemented under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) of the Kyoto protocol."
A statement issued by the World Bank office in Kampala said the programme of activities were launched on the premises of the Municipal Waste Compost Programme to be implemented under the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) of the Kyoto protocol."
Thursday, August 12, 2010
News Snippets
CARBON TAX & TRANSPORT
Locally-developed fuel cell powered bike launched in South Africa - Engineering News
Manufacturers accuse Treasury of reneging on carbon tax deal - Engineering News
Catalytic converter industry and DTI at incentives impasse - Engineering News
It’s a carbon-tax no for minibus taxis, jury still out on workhorses - Engineering News
Green tax, toll roads likely to galvanise SA's entry-level market - Engineering News
RE, ENERGY EFFICIENCY & DEMAND SIDE MANAGEMENT
Solimpeks looking to expand into Africa with hybrid solar system - Engineering News
UK energy company Wind Prospect to open SA office - Engineering News
Nersa to review energy efficiency rules before year-end - Engineering News
Nersa holds hearings into energy efficiency and DSM rules - Engineering News
Industrial power projects on the rise, says Group Five - Engineering News
Eskom to boost independent power supply - Engineering News
'CLIMATE' TALKS
UN climate deal retreats as Bonn talks end - Engineering News
WATER
Farmers will soon have to apply for water licences – Sonjica - Engineering News
Locally-developed fuel cell powered bike launched in South Africa - Engineering News
Manufacturers accuse Treasury of reneging on carbon tax deal - Engineering News
Catalytic converter industry and DTI at incentives impasse - Engineering News
It’s a carbon-tax no for minibus taxis, jury still out on workhorses - Engineering News
Green tax, toll roads likely to galvanise SA's entry-level market - Engineering News
RE, ENERGY EFFICIENCY & DEMAND SIDE MANAGEMENT
Solimpeks looking to expand into Africa with hybrid solar system - Engineering News
UK energy company Wind Prospect to open SA office - Engineering News
Nersa to review energy efficiency rules before year-end - Engineering News
Nersa holds hearings into energy efficiency and DSM rules - Engineering News
Industrial power projects on the rise, says Group Five - Engineering News
Eskom to boost independent power supply - Engineering News
'CLIMATE' TALKS
UN climate deal retreats as Bonn talks end - Engineering News
WATER
Farmers will soon have to apply for water licences – Sonjica - Engineering News
Thursday, August 5, 2010
News Snippets
SA'S ENERGY AFFAIRS
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Swiss agency pumps R13,95m into SA energy-efficiency programme - ENGINEERING NEWS
ESKOM
World Bank probes $3,75bn loan to Eskom - ENGINEERING NEWS
Eskom signs IEA clean coal agreement on behalf of SA - ENGINEERING NEWS
CFLs
Eskom resumes door-to-door CFL roll-out - ENGINEERING NEWS
BUSINESS
MTN'S TRIGENERATION POWER PLANT
MTN unveils R22m trigeneration power plant - ENGINEERING NEWS
FUEL CELLS AND MINING
Govt, US firm and platinum miner in JV to make fuel cells in SA - ENGINEERING NEWS
SA GOVERNMENT PLANS
'CLIMATE POLICY'
Climate policy to go before Cabinet this month - ENGINEERING NEWS
ENERGY PLAN
DoE making progress with SA energy plan – Peters - ENGINEERING NEWS It is reported here that the Integrated Resources Plan (IRP2010) will be delivered by September (2010).
GREEN ECONOMY
DEA looking for projects to support green-economy strategy - ENGINEERING NEWS
NEW EIA REGULATIONS
New EIA regulations now in effect in South Africa - ENGINEERING NEWS
CLIMATE TALKS
UN climate talks need quicker pace for global deal - ENGINEERING NEWS
CARBON TAX
Treasury turns down request to exempt pick-ups from carbon tax - ENGINEERING NEWS
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Swiss agency pumps R13,95m into SA energy-efficiency programme - ENGINEERING NEWS
ESKOM
World Bank probes $3,75bn loan to Eskom - ENGINEERING NEWS
Eskom signs IEA clean coal agreement on behalf of SA - ENGINEERING NEWS
CFLs
Eskom resumes door-to-door CFL roll-out - ENGINEERING NEWS
BUSINESS
MTN'S TRIGENERATION POWER PLANT
MTN unveils R22m trigeneration power plant - ENGINEERING NEWS
FUEL CELLS AND MINING
Govt, US firm and platinum miner in JV to make fuel cells in SA - ENGINEERING NEWS
SA GOVERNMENT PLANS
'CLIMATE POLICY'
Climate policy to go before Cabinet this month - ENGINEERING NEWS
ENERGY PLAN
DoE making progress with SA energy plan – Peters - ENGINEERING NEWS It is reported here that the Integrated Resources Plan (IRP2010) will be delivered by September (2010).
GREEN ECONOMY
DEA looking for projects to support green-economy strategy - ENGINEERING NEWS
NEW EIA REGULATIONS
New EIA regulations now in effect in South Africa - ENGINEERING NEWS
CLIMATE TALKS
UN climate talks need quicker pace for global deal - ENGINEERING NEWS
CARBON TAX
Treasury turns down request to exempt pick-ups from carbon tax - ENGINEERING NEWS
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