The Department of Energy invites members of the media to join the South African Minister of Energy, Ms Dipuo Peters, to the official launch of the Energy Month.
In December 2010, the UN (United Nations) General Assembly declared 2012 the year of sustainable energy access for all, in recognition that access to affordable modern energy services is essential for sustainable development and for the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals.
The international year of sustainable energy access for all presents a valuable opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of increasing access to energy, energy efficiency, and renewable energy.
It is a call to promote action on energy issues at the local, national, regional and International levels towards internationally agreed development goals. In line with the UN call, Minister Peters has declared the month of March, the energy month.
The Minister will launch the energy month on 6 March 2012 in Cape Town. Furthermore, the Department of Energy will embark on a number of activities throughout the month.
Members of the media are invited to attend this important event.
Date: Tuesday, 6 March 2012
Time: 08h30 for 09h00
Venue: Cape Sun in Cape Town
Please RSVP to:
Johannes Mokobane
Tel: 012 444 4612
Cell: 082 766 3674
E-mail: mediadesk@energy.gov.za
Thandiwe Maimane
Tel: 012 444 4256
Cell: 082 450 8591
E-mail: Mediadesk@energy.gov.za
For media and interview scheduling contact:
Ms Zodwa Batyashe
Tel: 012 444 4265
Cell: 082 455 9796
E-mail: zodwa.batyashe@energy.gov.za
