2026 Climate Change Day of Learning
As South Africa navigates the transition towards a low-carbon economy, the mining sector has a critical role to play in advancing climate action while supporting economic growth, investment and sustainability.
The Minerals Council South Africa’s 2026 Climate Change Day of Learning brings together industry leaders, policymakers and experts to explore the evolving climate policy landscape, renewable energy, carbon markets and practical approaches to strengthening climate resilience.
The event marked the launch of the Minerals Council’s updated 2026 Climate Change Position, reaffirming the sector’s commitment to responsible climate management and a pragmatic, people-centred just energy transition.
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Launch of the Minerals Council’s 2026 Climate Change Position
Unpacking South Africa’s climate policy shifts ahead of COP31
Advancing renewable energy and sustainable solutions in mining
Exploring carbon markets and trading for climate action in mining
Meet our speakers
Shamini Harrington
Senior Executive: Environment, Health, Legacies & Employment Relations, Minerals Council South Africa
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Mqondisi Nala, MSc (Chemical Engineering)
Principal Specialist: Business Development, Low Carbon Feedstock Solutions, Sasol
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Paseka Mabina
Director of Climate Change Mitigation & Analysis, Department of Forestry, Fisheries & the Environment (DFFE)
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Exxaro
Media statement and sound bite
Media statement: The Minerals Council launches an updated climate change position supporting South Africa’s development priorities and climate action
The Minerals Council South Africa has launched its updated 2026 Climate Change Position, supporting responsible climate action and a just, orderly transition that balances decarbonisation with energy security, investment, jobs and economic growth.
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Sound bite: 2026 Climate Change Day of Learning
South Africa’s mining sector has a dual role in addressing climate change: reducing emissions while supplying minerals for a lower-carbon future. Hear why climate action must also support investment, jobs, communities and economic growth.
Shamini Harrington
Senior Executive: Environment, Health, Legacies & Employment Relations, Minerals Council South Africa
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Minerals Council South Africa 2026 Climate Change Position Statement
The Minerals Council South Africa’s updated 2026 Climate Change Position reaffirms the mining industry’s support for the Paris Agreement and a responsible, people-centred transition towards a net zero economy.
The Position provides a common sector framework for responsible climate management, supporting decarbonisation while strengthening mining competitiveness, investment attractiveness and the resilience of communities.
It recognises South Africa’s unique circumstances and the need for practical, cost-effective climate action.
