September 15, 2025
Updated nationally determined contributions (NDCs)
South Africa’s Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) published its draft second NDC on 30 July 2025, covering the 2026-2030 and 2031-2035 periods. The draft proposes emissions targets representing around a 10% reduction from 2030 to 2035 levels. Public consultation runs until 29 August 2025, with final submission to the UN expected by…
read more >>Climate Change Bill enacted
The Climate Change Act, 2024, establishes a regulatory framework for a low-carbon and climate resilient economy, guiding South Africa’s transition towards a net-zero future.
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