Green Energy - South Africa's Transition Must Avoid Deepening Inequality TC_Africa: SouthAfrica
The country is yet to formulate a systematic transition plan, however. Such a plan would be underpinned by a social contract, supported by a broad range of stakeholders and affected groups.a fifth of those employedThe ripple effects of the transition will also be felt across the value chain - from mines to markets and into people's homes.
Ignoring socioeconomic issues risks a populist backlash that could slow a necessary transition to a green industrial economy.The core mission of South Africa's a shift towards green energy should be to achieve economic growth, rising employment, and greater equity and inclusion. It must do all this while minimising social risks.
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