Addressing Regional Disparities in South Africa’s Just Energy Transition: A Case for Green Infrastructure Planning

Nkosi, Stanley and Moyo, Thembani and Makoni, Eric and Mphambukeli, Thulisile (2025) Addressing Regional Disparities in South Africa’s Just Energy Transition: A Case for Green Infrastructure Planning. URBAN INNOVATION: TO BOLDLY GO WHERE NO CITIES HAVE GONE BEFORE. Medium sized cities and towns as a major arena of global urbanisation. Proceedings of REAL CORP 2025, 30th Intl. Conference on Urban Development, Regional Planning and Information Society. pp. 89-95. ISSN 2521-3938

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Abstract

Amidst the global push for decarbonization, solar and wind energy are rapidly gaining acceptance due to their minimal environmental impact and low carbon footprint. This global shift towards green energy transition presents both opportunities and challenges, particularly in addressing regional disparities in infrastructure investment. Using South Africa as a case study, this study employs a mixed-methods research approach, drawing on both primary and secondary data sources. It examines the historical context, governance, and regulatory framework influencing the Just Energy Transition in South Africa. The findings highlight significant spatial disparities in green infrastructure development, with limited investment observed in regions like Mpumalanga and Limpopo, which remain heavily reliant on fossil fuels. The study concludes by recommending indicators to identify priority areas for green infrastructure planning, thereby supporting a more equitable energy transition.

Item Type: Article
Uncontrolled Keywords: Green infrastructure, regional disparities, fossil fuels, Just Energy Transition, South Africa
Subjects: G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > GE Environmental Sciences
H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor
Q Science > QA Mathematics > QA76 Computer software
T Technology > TA Engineering (General). Civil engineering (General)
Depositing User: REAL CORP Administrator
Date Deposited: 23 May 2025 09:48
Last Modified: 07 Jul 2025 10:28
URI: http://repository.corp.at/id/eprint/1202

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