Question NW2658 to the Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy
11 January 2022 - NW2658
Tambo, Mr S to ask the Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy
Whether his department was consulted when commitments in the COP26 global climate change summit were made to level down on the use of coal; if not, what is the position in this regard; if so, what impact will this agreement have on the South African workers?
Reply:
Cabinet considers and approves the Country Negotiating Position for the UNFCCC processes, with the DFFE mandated to lead negotiations on behalf of the Republic.