CARBON CLOCK: European Parliament trade chair says SA needs time to adapt to EU climate measures (opens original article in a new tab)

European Parliament trade chair Bernd Lange says South Africa needs more time to adapt to EU climate measures, citing challenges for its auto industry and energy sector, while noting EU support for green transition initiatives.

• European Parliament trade chair Bernd Lange suggests South Africa needs more time to adapt to EU climate measures like CBAM and 2035 internal combustion engine phase-out.
• Lange highlights challenges for South African automakers due to CBAM's indirect application on electricity used in steel production and coal-dependent energy sources.
• He also mentions EU support for South Africa's green transition through the Global Gateway initiative, including renewable energy and green hydrogen projects.