Draft Gas Master Plan published for public comments

(Media Release: Issued and provided by the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy)

The draft GMP2024 is a policy instrument that seeks to ensure the security of gas supply by diversifying supply options from both local and international markets. It outlines the role of natural gas in the context of energy mix and provides policy direction to the industry in South Africa.

The plan considers the complete gas topology ranging from demand, supply, importation, infrastructure, and distribution networks. It recognises the critical role of natural gas in the country’s economy, and anticipates the infrastructure required for the delivery of gas at a point of consumption based on a least-cost model.

Members of the public, stakeholders and industry experts are invited to contribute to the development of this important policy document by submitting inputs and/or comments on the draft Gas Master Plan by no later than 15 June 2024.

View the full press release here and find access to the draft GMP2024 document here.