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LCP4805 Assignment 1 Semester 1 | Due 27 March 2025. All questions answered. Question 1 1. List and provide examples of environmental sector-specific legislation that addresses (directly or indirectly) climate change issues in South Africa. Question 2 2. In Sustaining the Wild Coast NPC and Oth...

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 Question 1

1. List and provide examples of environmental sector-specific legislation that addresses (directly
or indirectly) climate change issues in South Africa.

Environmental Sector-Specific Legislation Addressing Climate Change in South Africa
South Africa has implemented several sector-specific laws that directly or indirectly address climate
change. These legislative measures focus on mitigation (reducing greenhouse gas emissions) and
adaptation (managing the impacts of climate change).

Air Quality and Emissions Control
The National Environmental Management Air Quality Act (NEMAQA) plays a crucial role in
climate change mitigation by declaring greenhouse gases (GHGs) as priority air pollutants. The Act
requires certain industries to develop pollution prevention plans, thereby regulating emissions that
contribute to global warming. Although the legislation was still in draft form as of 2017, its
provisions demonstrate a direct effort to control climate-altering pollutants.

Waste Management and Emissions Reduction
The National Environmental Management Waste Act (NEMWA) supports climate change mitigation
by promoting waste reduction strategies. In conjunction with the National Waste Management
Strategy, this Act helps decrease methane emissions from landfills—a potent greenhouse gas. By
encouraging sustainable waste practices, NEMWA indirectly contributes to lowering South Africa’s
carbon footprint.

Water Resource Management and Adaptation
The National Water Act (NWA) addresses climate change through adaptation measures, particularly
in water-scarce regions. By enforcing compulsory licensing for irrigation, the Act ensures efficient
water allocation in response to shifting rainfall patterns caused by climate change. This
sector-specific approach helps safeguard water resources against climate variability.

Land Use Planning and Climate Resilience
The Spatial Planning and Land Use Management Act (SPLUMA) integrates climate adaptation into
municipal land-use systems. By requiring local governments to consider climate risks in urban and
rural planning, SPLUMA enhances community resilience against extreme weather events, rising
temperatures, and other climate-related impacts.

Municipal Development and Climate Integration
The Local Government Municipal Systems Act enables municipalities to incorporate climate
adaptation strategies into their Integrated Development Plans (IDPs). This legislation ensures that
climate objectives, such as disaster preparedness and sustainable infrastructure, are embedded in
local governance, improving long-term climate resilience.

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