ARTICLES RELATING TO DIPUO PETERS

Minister favours nuclear power

2013-05-14 21:16

Developing nuclear power stations carries "tremendous benefits" for South Africa, Energy Minister Dipuo Peters says.

DA wants ANC Chief Whip to set example

2012-10-28 22:23

ANC Chief Whip Mathole Motshekga should set an example to MPs and reveal his interests, the DA says.

Fracking is still a bad idea

2012-09-17 14:16

On the same day the SA government decided to lift the moratorium on fracking, the EU released a report that identified the method as "high risk", writes Andreas Späth.

Africa still too dark - Peters

2012-07-19 19:47

Africa needs to move away from being the darkest continent at night says Energy Minister Dipuo Peters.

More energy options needed

2012-07-10 16:21

South Africa is at a critical point where any means to increase energy supply should be explored, says Energy Minister Dipuo Peters.

Minister slams fuel industry BEE levels

2012-07-05 12:54

Energy Minister Dipuo Peters says an audit of the charter meant to give black industry players access to fuel infrastructure shows highly disappointing compliance.

Motlanthe back from Turkey visit

2012-06-09 22:20

Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe is back in South Africa after a two day visit to the Republic of Turkey, the presidency says.

Energy minister pushes nuclear

2012-05-31 14:12

Nuclear energy would help Africa realise its energy security goals, the energy minister has said.

Shale gas is from God, says minister

2012-05-18 13:39

The shale gas under the Karoo is a God-given blessing and it would be wrong not to exploit it, Energy Minister Dipuo Peters has told MPs.

Minister touts shale gas fracking

2012-05-17 22:18

The shale gas under the Karoo is a blessing and should be exploited, Energy Minister Dipuo Peters has told MPs.

Minister: Big fuel price drop in June

2012-05-17 18:04
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There will be a "substantial decrease" in the price of fuel next month, says Energy Minister Dipuo Peters.

Pressure on SA over Iran oil

2012-03-20 22:25
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The pressure is on South Africa to cut its reliance on oil from Iran, the country's leading crude supplier, as the US moves to impose financial sanctions on countries who don't reduce purchases.

Peters: Too soon to price nuclear build

2012-03-06 15:51

SA's nuclear build plan is still in the early stages and no details are available, says Energy Minister Dipuo Peters.

Nuclear cost not yet clear

2012-02-28 14:52

The R300bn allocated in the budget for building new nuclear power plants is not the final amount for the project, says Energy Minister Dipuo Peters.

Dept looks at cutting power costs

2012-02-27 22:30

The energy department is examining ways of reducing the cost of electricity, Energy Minister Dipuo Peters said on Monday.

SA gets energy plan partners

2011-12-07 22:33

South Africa has formed an international partnership with four European countries in an attempt to source funding for its renewable energy programme.

SA eyes R400bn nuclear build price tag

2011-12-01 16:58

Energy Minister Dipuo Peters says an estimated R400bn is likely to be spent on building SA's nuclear capacity.

Zuma to head to DRC

2011-11-10 18:36

President Jacob Zuma is expected to travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, an official says.

DA vows to unearth luxury costs

2011-10-31 22:54

The Democratic Alliance has accused government of trying to hide the cost of ministers staying in hotels.

SA to build new nuclear power plants

2011-09-15 14:52
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Energy Minister Dipuo Peters says she has signed off on a proposal for new nuclear energy plants which is to be sent to the cabinet soon.

US offered to guard Pelindaba: Peters

2011-07-19 17:51

SA declined an offer from the US government to deploy soldiers at the Pelindaba Nuclear Research plant after a 2007 break-in because it seemed to be a purely criminal matter, says Energy Minister Dipuo Peters.

Nuclear energy 'not a quick fix for SA'

2011-05-30 16:50

Nuclear energy is not a quick-fix solution for South Africa's energy shortages, Minister of Energy Dipuo Peters has said.

Save fuel, urges minister

2011-05-26 16:07

Energy Minister Dipuo Peters has called on South Africans to use fuel conservatively, and says a fuel efficiency campaign will be launched soon.

Zuma tackles electricity backlogs

2011-05-14 22:19

President Jacob Zuma says 'turnkey' projects will assist in reducing huge backlogs in electrification programmes in municipalities across the country.

 

State, power producers sign contract

2012-11-05 13:52

The first contracts between the government and independent power producers to add 1400 megawatts of renewable energy to the national grid have been signed.

MPs reveal all - some too much...

2012-10-24 22:36

Numerous bottles of Johnny Walker and an embarrassing business connection are to be found in Parliament's latest Register of Members' Interests.

Activists ready for fracking fight

2012-07-31 22:15

Anti-fracking campaigners are preparing for a legal wrangle with the government, as time ticks on towards the scheduled announcement of the Karoo fracking report.

Peters: Transform electricity system

2012-07-19 17:42

The electricity system in South Africa needs to be transformed, says Energy Minister Dipuo Peters.

Peters adamant over fuels charter

2012-07-05 16:18

Government will not be held to ransom by companies in the fuel sector that do not comply with the Liquid Fuels Charter, says Energy Minister Dipuo Peters.

Minister: Reliance on foreign fuel rising

2012-06-12 14:06

South Africa's dependence on imported petrol, diesel and other liquid fuels is increasing, according to Energy Minister Dipuo Peters.

Electricity for all by 2014 - minister

2012-06-02 19:57
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Government has a programme to ensure that all houses are supplied with electricity by 2014.

State wants IPP project to boost jobs

2012-05-21 14:04

The government wants to use the renewable energy independent power producers' programme to boost job creation, says Energy Minister Dipuo Peters.

Govt 'confident' of avoiding US sanctions

2012-05-17 22:27

Government officials are optimistic that a deal can be struck to avert US sanctions over the oil it receives from Iran.

Solar - local is lekker minister says

2012-05-17 20:31

Only solar water heater suppliers who "localise" their products will be able to participate in government's installation programme, Energy Minister Dipuo Peters says.

Companies keen to build SA nukes

2012-04-26 22:12

Energy companies from around the world are lining up to be involved in the upgrade of SA's nuclear facilities.

Minister: No details on nuke stations

2012-03-06 17:14

No details can be given on the plan to build new nuclear power stations as it is still in its early stages, Energy Minister Dipuo Peters says.

R300bn for nuclear plants not 'end amount'

2012-02-28 21:11

The R300bn allocated in the Budget for building new nuclear power plants is not the final amount for the project, Energy Minister Dipuo Peters says.

Nuclear cost not yet clear

2012-02-28 14:52

The R300bn allocated in the Budget for building new nuclear power plants is not the final amount for the project, says Energy Minister Dipuo Peters.

Energy efficiency the key - Peters

2012-02-21 15:46

Energy efficiency is the country's best hope in the short term to meet electricity demand in the face of tight supply, Energy Minister Dipuo Peters says.

2016 deadline for old light bulbs

2011-12-07 14:13

It will take government four years to change South Africa’s light bulbs.

Zuma witnesses DRC hydro-power deal

2011-11-12 18:01

President Jacob Zuma has witnessed the signing of the memorandum of understanding on the Grand Inga Hydro-Electric Power project in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo, the presidency says.

State misses solar geyser target

2011-11-02 11:28

The government has only met 57.5% of its goal in installing solar water heaters due to financial constraints, says the energy minister.

SA eyes R1-trillion nuclear tender

2011-10-19 14:22

Energy Minister Dipuo Peters says a tender for the construction of 9 600 megawatts of nuclear power by 2030 may be worth at least R1-trillion.

Peters: Make cable theft a serious crime

2011-08-19 10:02

Energy Minister Dipuo Peters wants copper theft to be classified as economic sabotage and not mere petty theft.

SA, IEA deal to boost energy savings

2011-07-04 14:47

Renewable energy and clean technologies will be included in an agreement South Africa is to sign with the International Energy Agency.

Nuclear won't solve SA's needs: Peters

2011-05-30 11:59

Energy Minister Dipuo Peters says nuclear energy will not be a quick-fix solution to South Africa's energy shortages.

Nuclear still part of energy mix: Peters

2011-05-26 15:44

Energy Minister Dipuo Peters has reiterated government's commitment to nuclear and renewable energy as part of the integrated resources plan.

Minister probes speed curbs to save fuel

2011-05-10 16:33
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Energy Minister Dipuo Peters is looking into a speed limit drop to boost fuel efficiency and deal with rising prices.

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