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For South Africa, where coal powers more than 80% of the electricity mix, this transition will be challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The country\u2019s just energy transition is supported by an $11.7-billion pledge from a group of wealthy nations, provided through a combination of cheap loans, guarantees, commercial debt, and non-repayable grants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of climate finance is essential for developing countries like South Africa, Indonesia, Vietnam and Senegal \u2013 nations heavily reliant on coal and oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our latest in-depth and interactive feature explores how South Africa is navigating this challenge and examines the social and economic impacts on coal-reliant communities. As Eskom\u2019s coal plants approach the end of their lifecycle, tens of thousands of workers face uncertainty. We delve into the measures being put in place to protect these workers while the nation moves towards a greener future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join us on a journey through five of South Africa\u2019s provinces, where we explore not only the risks but also the opportunities of transitioning to cleaner energy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc41 Explore more: <a href=\"https:\/\/roadtojet.theoutlier.co.za\/\">The Road to a Just Energy Transition<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As the world races to embrace new technologies to avert climate disaster, South Africa is rolling out a plan to ensure its energy transition doesn\u2019t leave communities or workers behind.<\/p>\n<p>With global goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050, scaling up clean energy sectors has become increasingly urgent. 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