Public Documents
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Amendment Process
Richards Bay Gas Power 2 (Pty) Ltd (the Applicant) has requested an amendment to the existing Environmental Authorisation (EA) for the authorised development of the 400MW Richards Bay Gas to Power Facility, located within Zone 1F of the Richards Bay Industrial Development Zone (IDZ) in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal Province. An amendment application, final EMPr and Layout approval processes is being undertaken. Motivation Report is available for a 30-day review. Review period: 23 July 2026 to 24 August 2026. Register your interest to become involved in the amendment process. Bhalisa usho isasasa lakho ukuze ube yingxenye yale nqubo. Registreer u belangstelling om by die wysigingsproses betrokke te raak.
Basic Assessment and Scoping & EIA
Banken Wind Energy Facility 1 (Pty) Ltd and Banken Wind Energy Facility 2 (Pty) Ltd proposes development of two separate wind energy facilities and associated infrastructure ~25km south of Aggeneys in the Northern Cape Province. The two wind farms are to be known as the Banken Wind Energy Facility 1 and Banken Wind Energy Facility 2, and form the Banken Wind Energy Facility Cluster. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak.
Scoping & EIA
Eden Renewables South Africa (Pty) Ltd proposes to establish the Bloukrans Solar PV Project comprising two co-located solar photovoltaic (PV) facilities (Bloukrans Solar PV1 and Bloukrans Solar PV2) with a total generating capacity of up to 475MW (~237MW each), and a co-located Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) of up to 200MWh, to supply renewable energy to the national grid. The EIA Reports for the Bloukrans Solar PV1 and PV 2 projects is available for your review and comment from Friday, 17 July 2026 to Tuesday, 18 August 2026. The final day to submit comment is Tuesday, 18 August. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Bhalisa usho isasasa lakho ukuze ube yingxenye yale nqubo.
Amendment
Calodex (Pty) Ltd has requested an amendment for the authorised development of the 115MW Calodex Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Facility on a site approximately 5km north of Springs in the Gauteng Province. An amendment application, final EMPr and Layout approval processes is being undertaken. Motivation Report is available for a 30-day review. Review period: 17 July 2026 to 18 August 2026. Register your interest to become involved in the amendment process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die wysigingsproses betrokke te raak.
Scoping & EIA
JUWI Renewable Energies (Pty) Ltd (the Applicant) proposes the development of a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility and associated grid connection infrastructure. The project, known as the Elangeni Solar PV Project, will have an installed capacity of up to ~150MWp. The Scoping Report will be made is available for a 30-day review and comment period from Friday, 31 July 2026 to Tuesday, 01 September 2026. The final day to submit comments is Tuesday, 01 September 2026. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Bhalisa usho isasasa lakho ukuze ube yingxenye yale nqubo.
Scoping & EIA
The development of a solar PV cluster comprising four separate solar photovoltaic (PV) facilities and associated infrastructure, with a total generation capacity of up to 900MW. The details and development areas for the 4 solar PV facilities include: • Ga-Machacha Solar PV 1: Capacity of 240MW with a development area up to 301ha (Portion 0 of the Farm Scheepersrust 771 KS) • Ga-Machacha Solar PV 2: Capacity of 240MW with a development area up to 325ha (Portion 0 of the Farm Scheepersrust 771 KS) • Ga-Machacha Solar PV 3: Capacity of 240MW with a development area up to 320ha (Portion 0 of the Farm Scheepersrust 771 KS) • Ga-Machacha Solar PV 4: Capacity of 180MW with a development area up to 223ha (Portion 0 of the Farm Scheepersrust 771 KS) The EIA Report is available for a 30-day review period. Review period: 06 March 2026 to 09 April 2026. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Ngwadiša kgahlego ya gago ya go kgatha tema ka tshepedišong.
S24G Application
Impact for Christ Ministries is applying under Section 24G of NEMA for rectification of unlawful activities on Portion 35 of the Farm Tweefontein 523 JQ, located within the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site. The Final Report has been submitted to the Gauteng Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (GDARD). Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Ngwadiša kgahlego ya gago ya go kgatha tema ka tshepedišong.
Basic Assessment
Kalgold Solar PV (Pty) Ltd, together with Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited (Harmony Gold) is looking to supplement the Harmony Kalgold Mine operations (the Mine) energy supply by implementing solar PV generation technology at their site, aiding their transition to a more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy mix. The development of the Kalgold Solar PV facility with a generating capacity of up to 19.5MW is proposed east of the Harmony Kalgold operations The Basic Assessment Report has been updated, as applicable, and submitted to the North West Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism for decision-making.
Scoping & EIA
South Deep Joint Venture proposes to expand the existing Khanyisa Solar PV facility by an additional 30MW. This expansion will increase the total generation capacity up to 80MW. To support the additional capacity, the project will utilise electrical grid infrastructure that will connect the expanded facility to the Twin Shaft Substation by looping into the existing 11 kV underground transmission line situated approximately 250m east of the operational solar plant. The Scoping & EIA Report was made available for a 30-day review period from Tuesday, 09 June 2026 to Friday, 10 July 2026. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Bhalisa usho isasasa lakho ukuze ube yingxenye yale nqubo.
Amendment of EMPr
ABO Wind Lichtenburg 3 PV (Pty) Ltd propose to amend the approved Environmental Management Programmes (EMPrs) for the operational Lichtenburg 1, 2 and 3 PV Solar Facilities (DFFE Refs: 14/12/16/3/3//1093, issued July 2019) to allow herbicide use as an alternative for effective vegetation control during construction and/or operational phases. This supports ongoing maintenance, fire risk management, and site safety while the facilities remain operational. The Background Information Document, providing details of the project and how to become involved in the process is available for download below. Due to the use of the incorrect EA reference number in the previous public participation process, a second round of public participation is required. The amended EMPrs and supporting documentation was made available for an initial 30-day public review and comment period from 13 March 2026 to 15 April 2026, and has been made available again for addition 30-day public review and comment period from 15 June 2026 to 16 July 2026. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Bhalisa usho isasasa lakho ukuze ube yingxenye yale nqubo.
Notification of Appeal Decision
On 25 November 2024 the Chief Director granted amendments to the existing Environmental Authorisations (EAs) for the Malabar, Loperberg and Spreeukloof (now Loperberg) Wind Energy Facilities and associated infrastructure near Sterkstroom, Eastern Cape Province. These amendments included, among others, the splitting of certain authorisations, updates to project descriptions and layouts, and extensions to the validity periods of the authorisations. VulPro subsequently lodged an appeal against these decisions. The appeal process has now been finalised.
Scoping & EIA
Matsheng Solar PV (RF)(Pty) Ltd proposes the development of a solar PV cluster with a total generating capacity of approximately 1920MW, comprising four separate solar photovoltaic (PV) facilities and associated infrastructure. The Background Information Document, providing details of the project and how to become involved in the process is available for download below. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Kwadisa kgatlhegelo ya gago gore o nne le seabe mo tiragalong e.
Scoping & EIA
Solani Renewables Proprietary (Pty) Ltd proposes the development of the Merafong Hybrid Facility 2, comprising a hybrid renewable energy facility with a contracted generation capacity of up to 175MW and a 600MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). The EIA Report is available for your review and comment from Thursday, 20 August 2026 to Monday, 21 September 2026. The final day to submit comment is Monday, 21 September 2026. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Bhalisa umdla wakho wokuthatha inxaxheba kwinkqubo. Ngolisa thahasello ea hau ea ho nka karolo ts'ebetsong ena.
Basic Assessment
National Transmission Company South Africa (SOC) Ltd proposes to expand the footprint of the existing Mercury Main Transmission Substation (MTS) by approximately 5ha. This expansion will accommodate the installation of the first 2000 MVA 765 kV/400 kV transformer (project known as 'Mercury 2000 MVA 765/400 kV Transformer 1'), extension of the 765 kV busbar, equipping of 1x 400 kV and 1x 765 kV transformer bays, installation of 132 kV Fault Current Limiting Reactors (FCLRs), and construction of a laydown area. The Basic Assessment Report has been finalised and submitted to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE).
Amendment
Middelvlei Solar (Pty) Ltd is proposing an amendment to the existing Environmental Authorisation (EA) for the construction and operation of the Middelvlei Solar Grid Connection Infrastructure. The facility is located approximately 7 km south-west of the town of Randfontein, within the Rand West City Local Municipality, Gauteng Province. The Motivation Report has been finalised and submitted to the Gauteng Department of Environment (GDEVn). - Register your interest to become involved in the process. - Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. - Ngwadiša kgahlego ya gago ya go kgatha tema ka tshepedišong.
Scoping & EIA
Morokweni Solar PV (RF) (Pty) Ltd proposes the development of a cluster of solar PV facilities with a total generation capacity of up to ~3360MW. Each facility will have a capacity of up to 480MW. The Background Information Document, providing details of the project and how to become involved in the process is available for download below. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Kwadisa kgatlhegelo ya gago gore o nne le seabe mo tiragalong e.
Scoping and Environmental Impact Assessment
Mponeng Solar PV (Pty) Ltd (the Applicant) proposes the development of a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility with a generating capacity of up to 140 MW, including a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) with a capacity of up to 200 MWh, and associated infrastructure (including a 66 kV overhead power line to the Deep Levels South 132 kV Substation). The power generated will be used to supplement Harmony Gold Mining Company Ltd's energy supply at the Mponeng Gold Mine. As a registered Interested and Affected Party (I&AP), you are hereby notified that the Scoping Report and Appendices will be available for your review and comment from Friday, 7 August 2026 to Tuesday, 8 September 2026. The final day to submit comments is Tuesday, 8 September 2026. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak.
Basic Assessment
NDB PV (Pty) Ltd (the Applicant), a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), proposes to develop the Naudesbank Solar Farm, a ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) facility and associated infrastructure intended to support the electricity requirements of the existing Naudesbank mining operation. As a registered Interested and Affected Party (I&AP), you are hereby notified that the BA Report will be available for your review and comment from Thursday, 06 August 2026 to Monday, 07 September 2026. The final day to submit comments is Monday, 07 September 2026. Please note that an advertisement published in the Highvelder newspaper indicated that the BA Report would be available from 31 July 2026. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the release of the BA Report has been delayed. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Bhalisa usho isasasa lakho ukuze ube yingxenye yale nqubo.
Basic Assessment
Phakwe Richards Bay Gas Power 3 (Pty) Ltd proposes the construction and operation of grid connection infrastructure consisting of a new 400kV Main Transmission Substation and 4×400kV overhead power lines to connect the authorised 2000MW gas to power facility to the national grid. The Background Information Document, providing details of the project and how to become involved in the process is available for download below. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Bhalisa usho isasasa lakho ukuze ube yingxenye yale nqubo.
Basic Assessment
FE Sleeping Giant (Pty) Ltd proposes to develop the Sleeping Giant Main Transmission Substation (MTS) within the authorised FE Kudu Wind Energy Facility development area. The MTS will comprise both a 132kV/400kV and a 400kV/765kV step-up transformer(s) bay(s) to evacuate generated electricity to the authorised Eskom Gamma-Grassridge 765kV power line via a future loop-in-loop-out (LILO) connection. Basic Assessment Report is available for a 30-day review. Review period: 03 August 2026 to 04 September 2026. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak.
Basic Assessment
ST2 Abangani (Pty) Ltd proposes the development of a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility and associated infrastructure, including battery energy storage systems (BESS) and grid connection infrastructure. The Basic Assessment Report has been finalised and submitted to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE). Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Kwadisa kgatlhegelo ya gago gore o nne le seabe mo tiragalong e.
Scoping & EIA
Ummbila Emoyeni Five (Pty) Ltd is proposing the development of the Ummbila Emoyeni Five Wind Energy Facility (WEF), with a contracted capacity of up to 110MW, and associated grid connection infrastructure on a site near Morgenzon in the Lekwa Local Municipality within the greater Gert Sibande District Municipality, Mpumalanga. The project is planned to form part of the greater Ummbila Emoyeni WEF authorised under the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) (Ref. No. 14/12/16/3/3/2/2160). The Environmental Impact Assessment Report has been updated, as applicable, and submitted to the DFFE for decision-making.
Amendment
Ummbila Emoyeni Cluster (Pty) Ltd is proposing amendments to the approved Ummbila Emoyeni Four Wind Energy Facility (WEF), with a contracted capacity of up to 140MW, and associated grid connection infrastructure on a site near Morgenzon in the Lekwa Local Municipality within the greater Gert Sibande District Municipality, Mpumalanga. The project forms part of the greater Ummbila Emoyeni WEF authorised under the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) (Ref. No. 14/12/16/3/3/2/2160). The Revised EMPr and Layout is available for a 30-day review and comment period. Register your interest to become involved in the process.
Scoping & EIA
Emvelo Energia Proprietary Limited ("Emvelo"), proposes the development of Upilanga Solar and Green Hydrogen Park ("Upilanga Valley"), a strategic integrated baseload-dispatchable solar and green hydrogen infrastructure project (to be developed in phases), as well as associated infrastructure. The Background Information Document, providing details of the project and how to become involved in the process is available for download below. Register your interest to become involved in the process. Registreer u belangstelling om by die proses betrokke te raak. Kwadisa kgatlhegelo ya gago gore o nne le seabe mo tiragalong e.
Amendment
Watt Solar PV (Pty) Ltd is applying to the Gauteng Department of Environment for an amendment to the existing Environmental Authorisation for the Watt Solar PV Facility. The amendment includes minor micro-siting to project infrastructure and a limited increase in the width of sections of the internal access roads, all within the previously authorised development area. The Motivation Report has been finalised and submitted to the Gauteng Department of Environment (GDEnv).
Amendment
Watt Solar PV (Pty) Ltd is applying to the Gauteng Department of Environment for an amendment to the existing Environmental Authorisation for the Witpoortjie Solar PV Facility. The amendment includes the transfer of rights and obligations to Watt Solar PV (Pty) Ltd, as well as minor micro-siting to project infrastructure and a limited increase in the width of sections of the internal access roads, all within the previously authorised development area. The Motivation Report has been finalised and submitted to the Gauteng Department of Environment (GDEnv).
Basic Assessment
National Transmission Company South Africa (SOC) Ltd proposes to expand the footprint of the existing Zeus Substation by approximately 5ha to accommodate the installation of a 3rd 2000 MVA 765/400 kV transformer, extension of the 765kV busbar, equipping of 1x765 kV transformer bay, and 1x 400 kV transformer bay. This expansion will increase transmission capacity, strengthen the reliability of the electricity network, facilitate the integration of renewable energy in Mpumalanga, and improve power transfer capacity in the Cape corridor. The Basic Assessment Report has been finalised and submitted to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE).