Publication of the notice on the amendment of certain requirements for an application for environmental authorisation for a renewable energy facility

Summary:

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment has published a notice on 04 December 2023, amending the requirements for environmental authorisation for renewable energy facilities. The amendment introduces a new condition requiring proponents to obtain a consent letter from Eskom or its successor, confirming that the proposed facility layout does not obstruct access to transmission or distribution infrastructure. This change aims to ensure the effective utilisation of electricity infrastructure investment.