Decarbonising the South African economy in response to the impact of climate change and in line with the country's global commitments is already having an impact on the workers and associated communities in the coal value chain. TIPS is conducting research under multiple projects to assess the impact of the energy transition on coal workers and the necessary conditions for a just transition in line with the PCC’s Framework for Just Transition.
Elements of this research were presented at a Learning Event on 5 November 2025.
Nokwanda Maseko (TIPS) - Welcome and Opening Remarks
Chere Monisa (TIPS) - Attitudes of coal workers towards the Just Transition
Muhammed Patel (TIPS) - Coal Sector Vulnerability Assessment
Simbarashe Mhaka and Nothembi Mahlangu (JUST SA) - Existing Industry Provisions for South African Coal Workers in Transition
Gaylor Montmasson-Clair (Southern Transitions) - Discussant