Low Carbon Transport in South Africa

This Insight provides an overview of the unique challenges faced by South Africa in transitioning to a low-carbon transport sector

From:
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Published
31 March 2020
Country:
South Africa
Document Type:
Briefing
Theme:
Climate and Environment, Economic Growth, Infrastructure
Authors:
Letchford, N, Hogarth, R

Abstract

South Africa is the 14th highest emitter of greenhouse gases in the world. The majority of its emissions come from coal-fired power plants, but transportation is also a major contributor.

A scoping study conducted by EEG in 2019 aimed to identify priority challenges and research topics in South Africa related to low-carbon transport and electricity systems.

This Energy Insight provides an overview of the unique challenges faced by South Africa in transitioning to a low-carbon transport sector.

This research is part of the Energy and Economic Growth Applied Research Programme.

Citation

Nicholas Letchford, Ryan Hogarth (2020) Low Carbon Transport in South Africa

Low Carbon Transport in South Africa

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Published 31 March 2020
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