Early Kusile restart uncertain as Creecy adjudicates emissions appeal

The Department of Fisheries, Forestry and the Environment (DFFE) has confirmed that Minister Barbara Creecy is still adjudicating an appeal of the National Air Quality Officer’s (NAQO’s) decision to postpone a requirement for the Kusile power station to meet Minimum Emission Standards. The NAQO, in concurrence with the Nkangala District Municipality, confirmed on June 25 that it had granted a postponement from June 5, 2023, until March 31, 2025.
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Director spotlights trends in fuel cell technology

Fuel cells are at the forefront of interest within the domain of renewable-energy solutions, as they provide energy at a low cost, with zero emissions, thereby ensuring a meaningful impact on climate change. However, Africa-based specialist mining services provider Ukwazi Sustainable Mining business development director Spencer Eckstein raises inquiries regarding the status of this technology and how one can ascertain whether actual progress is being made.
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