PUB2606
EXAM PACK
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MODULE CODE: Pub2606
MODULE NAME: Environmental Affairs
STUDENT NUMBER: 57157766
STUDENT NAME: Sphelele Faith Shangase
EXAM DATE: 21 October 2024
Name of the College : Unisa
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Table of Contents:
1.Introduction…………………………………………………p3
1.1 Various methods by which executive institutions can perform their enforcement
function……………………………………………………………………p3-p4.
1.2 Main obstacles which hinder optimal international environmental management…p4-
p5
2. Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) in South Africa…..p6-p8
3.Rerence List.
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1.1 Question 1
Introduction
Legislation and regulations governing environmental affairs are crucial for protecting our
natural resources and ensuring sustainable development. Therefore, it is essential to
establish mechanisms to ensure compliance with laws. While the enforcement of legislation
typically falls under the jurisdiction of the courts, executive institutions also possess the
authority to ensure adherence to laws in specific situations (Rabie et al. 1992:126).
However, the mere presence of these laws does not guarantee compliance. Effective
enforcement mechanisms are essential to ensure that these regulations are followed. This
essay examines different approaches that executive institutions can use to enforce
compliance with environmental regulations.
Notice’s
Executive institutions have the authority to issue notices to individuals or companies whose
activities are causing environmental harm, such as pollution. These notices can mandate
actions to stop or control the pollution and prevent further damage. Ignoring such notices
is considered a criminal offense. If the recipient fails to comply, the executive institution can
intervene directly to address the issue and subsequently recover the costs from the
responsible party. An example of this is the Atmospheric Pollution Prevention Act 45 of
1965, which outlines such procedures (Rabie et al. 1992:126).
Suspension or cancellation of authorisation
If the conditions under which a permit or license is granted are not fulfilled, the executive
institution has the power to revoke or suspend the authorization (Rabie et al. 1992:127). As
per Section 28 of the Marine Living Resources Act, an authorized right, license, or permit
can be suspended, revoked, or reduced if:
• The specified conditions are breached.
• The conditions are not adhered to.
• The provisions of the Act are violated.
• An individual is convicted of an offense under the Act.
• Industrial Emissions: A factory’s permit to operate may be suspended if it exceeds
emission limits set by environmental regulations. For instance, if a manufacturing
plant releases pollutants beyond the permissible levels, its operating license can be
revoked until it complies with the standards.
EXAM PACK
, lOMoARcPSD|18222662
1
MODULE CODE: Pub2606
MODULE NAME: Environmental Affairs
STUDENT NUMBER: 57157766
STUDENT NAME: Sphelele Faith Shangase
EXAM DATE: 21 October 2024
Name of the College : Unisa
, lOMoARcPSD|18222662
2
Table of Contents:
1.Introduction…………………………………………………p3
1.1 Various methods by which executive institutions can perform their enforcement
function……………………………………………………………………p3-p4.
1.2 Main obstacles which hinder optimal international environmental management…p4-
p5
2. Reconstruction and Development Programme (RDP) in South Africa…..p6-p8
3.Rerence List.
, lOMoARcPSD|18222662
3
1.1 Question 1
Introduction
Legislation and regulations governing environmental affairs are crucial for protecting our
natural resources and ensuring sustainable development. Therefore, it is essential to
establish mechanisms to ensure compliance with laws. While the enforcement of legislation
typically falls under the jurisdiction of the courts, executive institutions also possess the
authority to ensure adherence to laws in specific situations (Rabie et al. 1992:126).
However, the mere presence of these laws does not guarantee compliance. Effective
enforcement mechanisms are essential to ensure that these regulations are followed. This
essay examines different approaches that executive institutions can use to enforce
compliance with environmental regulations.
Notice’s
Executive institutions have the authority to issue notices to individuals or companies whose
activities are causing environmental harm, such as pollution. These notices can mandate
actions to stop or control the pollution and prevent further damage. Ignoring such notices
is considered a criminal offense. If the recipient fails to comply, the executive institution can
intervene directly to address the issue and subsequently recover the costs from the
responsible party. An example of this is the Atmospheric Pollution Prevention Act 45 of
1965, which outlines such procedures (Rabie et al. 1992:126).
Suspension or cancellation of authorisation
If the conditions under which a permit or license is granted are not fulfilled, the executive
institution has the power to revoke or suspend the authorization (Rabie et al. 1992:127). As
per Section 28 of the Marine Living Resources Act, an authorized right, license, or permit
can be suspended, revoked, or reduced if:
• The specified conditions are breached.
• The conditions are not adhered to.
• The provisions of the Act are violated.
• An individual is convicted of an offense under the Act.
• Industrial Emissions: A factory’s permit to operate may be suspended if it exceeds
emission limits set by environmental regulations. For instance, if a manufacturing
plant releases pollutants beyond the permissible levels, its operating license can be
revoked until it complies with the standards.
