Social ownership models in the energy transition: Report for the Presidential Climate Commission
The objective of this study was to undertake an extensive literature review and stakeholder consultations on social ownership models for the energy transition, leading to the development of a work programme to blueprint viable models for diverse ownership of new electricity generation assets. The insights shared in this publication are applicable beyond South Africa. View […]
Electricity pricing and sector reform: A summary of key concepts and strategic
South Africa is undergoing a profound and complex transformation of its electricity sector. This transformation, while aligned with global trends, is intensified by local challenges, chief among them being historic underinvestment in infrastructure, an outdated structure (vertically integrated monopoly), Eskom’s financial instability, and persistent electricity supply shortages. As a result, the sector must attract substantial […]
Fostering a just energy transition: A framework for policy design
As the energy transition progresses and the technological, economic and social contexts in which it is embedded evolve, policymakers need to work iteratively, both within and across borders, to design an ecosystem of policies and institutions that support justice. A just energy transition is not a one-off effort; it is both a process and an […]
Community Engagement: A Key Lever For Pursuing & Enabling More Just Outcomes In The Energy Transition In South Africa
This report details the ENGAGE initiative piloted by the Cultiver Group over 18 months in two South African communities, one in the Western Cape (Laingsburg) and one in the Northern Cape (Sutherland). To address the gaps in communication between RE project host communities and project owners, a toll-free community hotline was set up to support […]
Community and social inclusion in RE projects in SA
This policy brief is based on South Africa’s Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP), which is implemented at the national level. However, the lessons presented are considered to have potential relevance at the municipal level as well. This resource provides lessons learnt and associated recommendations from South Africa’s efforts to incorporate community development […]