Our Publications
State of South African Carbon Market
South Africa, as a signatory to the UNFCCC, has implemented a Carbon Tax covering 90% of the nation’s greenhouse gas emissions, with rates increasing from R120/tCO2e in 2019 to R462/tCO2e by 2030. Entities can offset 5% or 10% of taxable emissions using Carbon Tax Offsets (CTOs) administered by the Carbon Offset Administration System (COAS). In 2023, CTO listings decreased by 29%, while stockpiles in COAS increased by 127%, possibly due to anticipated higher future CTO…
2022 CDP South Africa Analysis
2022 CDP South Africa Analysis The Brundtland team had the privilege of reviewing and presenting the 2022 South African CDP corporate responses at the CDP South Africa Workshop. This review significantly deepened our understanding of CDP reporting and provided us with valuable first-hand insights into the South African corporate disclosure landscape and exemplary practices. We are thrilled to share key findings from our analysis, as it contributes to the broader dialogue on sustainability and hopefully…
FACILITATION OF LARGE-SCALE UPTAKE OF ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORT FUELS IN SOUTH AFRICA – THE CASE FOR BIOGAS
DEA, SANEDI, UKaid. This study establishes an understanding of the economic and practical potential of compressed biogas (CBG) as an alternative transport fuel, thereby providing inputs to the potential further development of policies by the South African government.
UNLOCKING BARRIERS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR LAND-USE BASED CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION ACTIVITIES IN SOUTH AFRICA
DEA. The report explores opportunities that can be harnessed through the rehabilitation of the targeted biomes that can enhance carbon stocks and management regimes and in so doing significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Climate Change in Johannesburg
City of Joburg. This special edition publication for the C40 cities Summit in Johannesburg 2014 documents the bold and measurable sustainable actions across key sectors that improve the long and short-term quality of life of the citizens of Johannesburg.
Impact of the South African Carbon Tax on the Clay Brick Industry
CBA. An in-depth sector assessment, which looks at the industry’s exposure to the Carbon Tax and the potential mitigation options available to the independent producers in this country.
Towards a Green Economy
Willem Vermeend & Jan Willem Timmer. The book discusses the social and economic impacts of the Paris agreement as well as the pros and cons of the various measures for combating climate change. It also includes a number of ‘best practices’ which can serve as guidelines for policymakers and entrepreneurs.