Investec's video: The Current Ep 1 At the coalface of SA s energy transition

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the The Current, an Investec Focus Radio podcast series, in which your host Iman Rappetti takes you on a thought-provoking 10-part journey of South Africa's energy transition. In this episode, Investec's Campbell Parry, Chris Holdsworth and Samantha Mooi are joined by James Mackay, CEO of the Energy Council of SA. Together they discuss the multifaceted social, economic, and environmental implications that South Africa faces amidst its journey towards a sustainable future. 00:00 Introduction 02:33 Meet the guests 03:11 Solving South Africa’s energy crisis 04:35 “South Africa is going to transition by mistake” 05:13 The economic impact of not undergoing a Just Energy Transition 07:58 Is it fair for developing countries to be penalised? 08:30 Managing the balance between profit and people 09:19 The European energy crisis 10:48 Government more committed to public-private partnerships 12:49 Progress on corporate emissions reductions and the REIPPP 13:34 Technology disruption is what’s really driving the value of the energy transition 14:44 Targets in the Integrated Resources Plan 15:59 Is nuclear an option? 17:04 The potential of natural gas as an alternative power sources 18:24 It’s time to implement our plans 19:29 What do we need to achieve in the next 10 years? 20:47 What impact will the energy transition have on jobs? 23:40 Affordability of renewable energy 24:51 Insights from COP28 26:30 Closing comments Tune in to this enlightening conversation and be part of the dialogue that could shape the trajectory of South Africa's energy landscape. Whether you're an industry professional, policy-maker, or a concerned citizen, this episode promises to offer valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Read transcript (https://www.investec.com/en_za/focus/the-current/at-the-coalface-of-south-africas-energy-transition.html)