LCP4805
Assignment 1 Semester 1 2025
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Due Date: 27 March 2025
QUESTION 1
Environmental Sector-Specific Legislation Addressing Climate Change in South
Africa
South Africa has developed a robust legal framework to address climate change through
various sector-specific legislations. These laws either directly regulate climate change
impacts or address related environmental concerns that indirectly influence climate change
mitigation and adaptation. The following key legislations form part of South Africa’s climate
change regulatory framework:
2. The National Environmental Management Act 107 of 1998 (NEMA)
NEMA serves as the overarching environmental framework legislation in South Africa. It
provides principles for environmental governance and sustainable development. Section
24 of NEMA explicitly requires that development activities consider their environmental
impact. This includes pollution control, environmental degradation, and climate change
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Assignment 1 Semester 1 2025
Unique Number:
Due Date: 27 March 2025
QUESTION 1
Environmental Sector-Specific Legislation Addressing Climate Change in South
Africa
South Africa has developed a robust legal framework to address climate change through
various sector-specific legislations. These laws either directly regulate climate change
impacts or address related environmental concerns that indirectly influence climate change
mitigation and adaptation. The following key legislations form part of South Africa’s climate
change regulatory framework:
2. The National Environmental Management Act 107 of 1998 (NEMA)
NEMA serves as the overarching environmental framework legislation in South Africa. It
provides principles for environmental governance and sustainable development. Section
24 of NEMA explicitly requires that development activities consider their environmental
impact. This includes pollution control, environmental degradation, and climate change
DISCLAIMER & TERMS OF USE
Educational Aid: These study notes are intended to be used as educational resources and should not be seen as a
replacement for individual research, critical analysis, or professional consultation. Students are encouraged to perform
their own research and seek advice from their instructors or academic advisors for specific assignment guidelines.
Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information in
these study notes, the seller does not guarantee the completeness or correctness of all content. The buyer is
responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information and exercising their own judgment when applying it to their
assignments.
Academic Integrity: It is essential for students to maintain academic integrity and follow their institution's policies
regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as learning tools and sources of
inspiration. Any direct reproduction of the content without proper citation and acknowledgment may be considered
academic misconduct.
Limited Liability: The seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or consequences arising from
the use of these notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor academic performance, penalties, or any other negative
consequences resulting from the application or misuse of the information provided.
