Nersa and Transnet National Ports Authority sign MoU to boost sustainable energy

TRANSNET National Ports Authority (TNPA) and the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) said on Thursday they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in promoting sustainable energy supply and infrastructure development across South Africa.

- PHILIPPA LARKIN

"This marks a significant milestone in accelerating the country’s Just Energy Transition programme as South African ports are an integral part of this programme," TNPA said, noting that this landmark agreement signifies the entities’ readiness to create a more unified and efficient sustainable energy market while ensuring energy security.

To ensure the effective implementationof the MoU, governance structures will be established through steering committees with workstreams, each with a specific focus on either technical, regulatory, or strategic aspects.