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This 2010 South African Government Notice establishes minimum emission standards (MES) for ten categories of industrial activities under the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act, 2004. It defines compliance timelines (immediate for new plants, 5-10 years for existing plants), monitoring protocols using SANAS-accredited laboratories, and reporting requirements. The notice also outlines the process for applying for compliance postponements and mandates the creation of a National Atmospheric Emission Inventory via the South African Air Quality Information System (SAAQIS).

This briefing document records the outcomes of a meeting between the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) and Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) regarding the draft regulations for activities resulting in atmospheric emissions that may have detrimental environmental effects. The meeting focused on refining definitions, compliance timeframes, and specific emission standards across various industrial categories to ensure they are based on justifiable reasoning and ambient air quality standards.

A letter from the South African Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) inviting participation in the process of amending listed activities and medium emission standards notice, promulgated under Section 21 of the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act (AQA) Act, 39 of 2004.

A June 2012 submission by the Natref refinery to the South African Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) regarding proposed Minimum Emission Standards (MES). Natref argues that inflexible national point source emission standards are impractical for existing facilities and proposes a 'bubble' approach to emissions management to ensure socio-economic sustainability and energy security.

This report by Sasol outlines the company's proposal to the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) regarding hydrogen sulphide (H2S) emission standards for its Synfuels facility in Secunda. Sasol argues that the published 2010 standard of 1,000 mg/Nm³ is unachievable within the required timeframes due to technical constraints, the uniqueness of the Sasol process, and market limitations for sulphuric acid. The company proposes alternative standards based on stack averaging and specific points of compliance to ensure practical and sustainable air quality improvement.

The 2007 National Framework for Air Quality Management is a regulatory blueprint established by the South African Minister of Environmental Affairs and Tourism under Section 7(1) of the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act, 2004 (AQA). It provides a medium- to long-term plan to implement the AQA, focusing on pollution prevention at source and impact management to ensure ambient air is not harmful to health or well-being.

This October 2012 submission from the Natref refinery to the South African Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) argues that the proposed Minimum Emission Standards (MES) are technically and socio-economically unsustainable for existing inland refineries. Natref advocates for a "bubble" approach to emissions management rather than a point-source approach and requests separate, less stringent limits for existing facilities compared to new plants.

This document is a confidential briefing regarding an engagement between Sasol and Deputy Director General Judy Beaumont of the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) on November 3, 2012, focusing on air quality improvement and emission abatement scenarios at the Secunda complex.

This document is a December 2012 submission by Natref to the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) regarding the draft Notice of Minimum Emission Standards (MES) under the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act, 2004. Natref, South Africa's only inland oil refinery, argues that the proposed point-source emission limits for sulphur dioxide (SO2), particulate matter (PM), and nitrogen oxides (NOx) are technically and economically unfeasible due to its unique inland location, fuel oil requirements, and space constraints. The company advocates for a "bubble" approach to emissions management and requests differentiated limits based on fuel type to maintain business sustainability and ensure the success of the Clean Fuels II project.

This document is a submission from Sasol to the South African Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) detailing the company's objections to the requirement that existing industrial plants meet 'new plant standards' for emissions by April 1, 2020. Sasol argues that retrofitting old facilities is often technically impossible due to space and configuration constraints, economically unviable, and potentially counterproductive to other environmental goals, such as carbon footprint reduction and water conservation.

The South African Petroleum Industry Association (SAPIA) submitted a set of comments and proposals to the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) on December 23, 2012, regarding the regulation of atmospheric emissions. The submission focuses on refining definitions, reporting requirements, compliance timeframes, and specific emission standards for combustion installations and petroleum product storage.

A letter from Sasol to the South African Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) providing comments on proposed amendments to the GN 248 List of Activities regarding atmospheric emissions. Sasol expresses support for the industry submission by CAIA/BUSA and highlights four primary concerns regarding the feasibility of standards for existing plants, compliance timelines, changes to activity scopes, and the alignment between waste and air quality regulations.

The 2012 National Framework for Air Quality Management in the Republic of South Africa is a strategic plan designed to implement the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act, 2004 (AQA). It establishes a comprehensive governance cycle for air quality management, delineating roles across national, provincial, and municipal governments, and sets norms for ambient air quality standards, emission controls, and information management via the South African Air Quality Information System (SAAQIS).

This document is a revised submission by Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) providing detailed comments and proposed amendments to a draft Notice regarding activities resulting in atmospheric emissions. BUSA argues that the proposed emission limits and compliance timeframes are often technically and financially unfeasible, potentially harming the economic viability of the industrial and mining sectors during a period of manufacturing decline.

Unofficial minutes from a May 8, 2013, meeting of the Portfolio Committee on Water and Environmental Affairs regarding public hearings on Section 21 listed activities of the National Environmental Management: Air Quality Act (No. 39 of 2004). The session involved submissions from industry bodies and civil society organizations concerning emission standards, the fairness of the amendment process, and the health impacts of air pollution on local communities.

This briefing document outlines technical and regulatory issues arising from a May 15, 2013, workshop between the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) and industry stakeholders regarding the Section 21 emission standards. It focuses on refining activity descriptions, adjusting emission limits for specific industrial processes, and addressing the legal and practical implications of including 'use of' and 'storage' in the listed activities.

A letter from Sasol Limited to the South African Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs requesting urgent clarification on the commencement date of Government Notice 893 (GN893), published on 22 November 2013, regarding activities resulting in atmospheric emissions.

A letter from the South African Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs to SASOL Limited clarifying the commencement date and transitional arrangements for Government Notice (GN) 893 of 22 November 2012, which lists activities resulting in atmospheric emissions.

ThisL This document contains inputs provided by Yvonne Scorgie on behalf of the National Association for Clean Air (NACA) for a National Environmental Advisory ForumS ForumS Forum Subcommittee on Pollution and Waste Management meeting held on 23 October 200S SSS 2006. The submission outlines recommendations for implementing the NEM Air Quality Act, focusing on priority areas for regulatory rollout, the establishment of emission standardsL standards, and the creation of support structures for air quality management planning.

This document is a responding statement submitted by Newshelf 1282 (Pty) Ltd (the Second Respondent) on behalf of the Centre for Environmental Rights (CER) and Earthlife Africa, Johannesburg (the Appellant). It addresses an appeal against the environmental authorisation (EA) granted by the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) for the construction of the 1200MW coal-fired Thabametsi power station.