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NATIONAL ENERGY ACT (34/2008): DRAFT POSITION PAPER ON THE SOUTH AFRICAN BIOFUELS REGULATORY FRAMEWORK

Posted 19 February 2014

The Minister of Energy has, in terms of section 17 of National Energy Act 34 of 2008, published a Draft Position Paper on the South African Biofuels Regulatory Framework for public comment.

The paper deals with, amongst others:

a) Biofuels pricing framework;

b) Implementation of biofuels industry strategy;

c) Mandatory blending regulations;

d) Licensing of manufacturers of biofuels;

e) Criteria for eligibility for government's support for manufacturers of biofuels.