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CLIMATE CHANGE
CAIA
United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
Business Unity South Africa
Article VI of the Paris Agreement Rulebook, Business Unity South Africa Just Transition Vision 2050
Summary of Intent
Members of CAIA’s Climate Change Work Group have already been informed of the following information that is available, but it is provided to members for general information.Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us
AIR QUALITY
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act
Section 21 Activities
Summary of Intent
During consultation with the Chief Director: Air Quality Management at the Department, CAIA was invited to alert its stakeholders to work being undertaken on the Section 21 Listed Activities that are provided for by the Act. It has since come to CAIA’s attention that the Department would be interested to hear of any concerns relating to Section 21 matters, as those that have been brought to the Department’s attention are being reviewed and considered. The first matter that was raised by the Department was Category 6, but categories 7.2, 9.5 and 10 have since been mentioned to be under review.Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us
CHEMICALS MANAGEMENT
Department of Employment and Labour
Occupational Health and Safety Act
Asbestos Abatement Regulations
Presentations from Webinar: Asbestos Abatement Regulations
Summary of Intent
The Directorate: Occupational Health and Hygiene within the Inspection and Enforcement Services branch of the Department, in partnership with the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, hosted a Webinar on the Asbestos Abatement Regulations. The slides have since been made available for distribution.Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us
ENERGY
Department of Energy
National Energy Regulator of South Africa
Various Acts
Various invitations to comment: gas- and energy procurement-related matters
Summary of Intent
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa has published calls for input on the following: Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us
ELECTRICITY
CAIA
Business Unity South Africa
Eskom
Grid Capacity Constraints, and invitation to participate
Summary of Intent
Recently, Eskom delivered a presentation to the Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) Gas Working Group, of which CAIA is a member, regarding national grid capacity constraints. The very informative presentation that provides a synopsis of some of the challenges faced even given the strong interest in renewable energy for the country, is available from CAIA.Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act
Revised National Biodiversity Framework 2019 - 2024
Summary of Intent
The Department has published the revised Framework for implementation that is available from CAIA. The Framework is divided into the following sections:Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us
WATER RESOURCES
Department of Water and Sanitation
National Water Act
Reserve Determination: Breede-Gouritz Water Management Area
Summary of Intent
The Department has published the Reserve Determination for the water resources of the Breede-Gouritz Water Management Area in terms of Section 16(1) and (2) of the Act. The Determination covers the following rivers:Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us
SUSTAINABILITY/JUST TRANSITION/GREEN FINANCE
National Business Initiative
Global Forces of Change and their Effects on Sustainability, and other NBI Events
Summary of Intent
The National Business Initiative (NBI) has shared an invitation with CAIA regarding a dialogue exploring key sustainability issues and trends, within South Africa and globally. Highly practical insights will be shared regarding how business can embed sustainability.Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us
LABOUR
Department of Employment and Labour
Labour Relations Act
Collective Agreements including for the Plastics Industry
Summary of Intent
Following a notice in the Government Gazette, CAIA secured a copy of the Metal and Engineering Industries’ Bargaining Council’s Consolidated 2021/2025 Plastic Industry Main Collective Agreement.Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us
COMPETITION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Department of Trade, Industry and Competition
Competition Act
Draft Block Exemption Regulations for Small, Micro and Medium-Sized Businesses, 2022
Summary of Intent
The COVID-19 pandemic has been shown to have had a negative impact on the share of small, medium and micro enterprises’ (SMMEs) contribution to the country’s aggregate income – being comparatively low and declining. This is reportedly due to the disruption of value chains and consumers shifting to online purchases.Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us
ECONOMICS
Business Unity South Africa
Economic Week Ahead
Summary of Intent
Business Unity South Africa provides a weekly Economic Week Ahead forecast, as well as commentary.Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us
Business Unity South Africa
Economic Briefing
Summary of Intent
Business Unity South Africa provides a weekly Economic Briefing report that covers economic matters in South Africa, the rest of Africa as well as internationally.Your membership level does not allow you access to this content. If you feel you should have access on the below document, please log-in or Contact Us