South Africa's environmental legal framework is notably intricate, comprising over 100 national laws and regulations that govern environmental management. This extensive array of legislation not only reflects the country's commitment to environmental protection but also presents significant challenges for compliance and enforcement. The National Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Report for 2020-2021 highlights that, despite these comprehensive laws, environmental degradation persists, underscoring the complexity and enforcement challenges within this legal landscape.
In addition, this program will teach you how to develop and implement environmental policies and procedures aligned with South Africa's legislative framework, as well as how to conduct Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), obtain necessary authorizations, and create effective environmental compliance management systems. You will also learn crucial topics such as climate change law and policy in the South African context and anticipate future environmental legal changes. Additionally, you will delve into industry specific regulations such as energy, mining, real estate, infrastructure, manufacturing, and environmental consulting. With a solid understanding of South Africa’s environmental laws and regulations, you can integrate best practices into your organization's environmental management strategy, ensuring legal compliance and sustainability.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will attain the Certification in South Africa Environmental Laws and Compliance. This certification will amplify your professional qualifications and demonstrate your expertise in South African environmental law and ability to create proper compliance frameworks aligned with all relevant legislation and policies. Globally recognized, this industry-leading certification has lifelong validity and will showcase your expertise and commitment to excellence in the environmental management field.
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This program will entitle you:
Download Brochure Pricing & Registration- Experience 2 days of instructor-led live program and in-depth learning on South Africa environmental legislation framework, latest regulation and compliance requirement.
- Attain the industry-recognized Certification in South Africa Environmental Laws and Compliance. This certification will amplify your professional qualifications and demonstrate your expertise in navigating South African environmental laws and your ability to create robust compliance frameworks that is aligned with all relevant legislation and policies.
- Powerful case studies and best practices on staying compliant with environmental and sustainable practices in South Africa.
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Accreditations
This program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, which maintains the governing standards for all professionals who have completed this program.
The content of this program has been fully certified and accredited by CPD Certification Service as conforming to Continuing Professional Principles. CPD is the leading independent CPD accreditation institution operating across industry sectors to complement the Continuing Professional Development policies of professional institutes and academic bodies. The CPD Certification Service provides support, advice and recognized independent CPD accreditation compatible with global CPD principles.
What Can You Expect From This Live Program
Environmental laws in South Africa are extraordinarily complex and multifaceted. With an intricate web of national, provincial, and local regulations, coupled with international obligations, this system often results in overlapping jurisdictions and potentially conflicting requirements, making it challenging for environmental professionals to navigate the regulatory landscape. Moreover, non-compliance with South Africa's stringent environmental regulations can lead to severe penalties, including fines of up to R10 million- or 10-years imprisonment for first-time offenders, with even harsher punishments for repeat violations.
Throughout the program, you will learn how to develop and implement environmental policies, conduct compliance audits, manage environmental risks, and align your business with South Africa’s legislative mandates. You will also gain a practical understanding of licensing procedures, liability frameworks, and enforcement mechanisms to strengthen your ability to navigate environmental law effectively. Special focus will be given to emerging climate policies, carbon taxation, extended producer responsibility (EPR), and regulatory developments in South Africa’s sustainability transition.
By the end of this program, you will gain a comprehensive grasp of South Africa’s environmental laws and compliance obligations, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to develop legally sound environmental management strategies, minimize regulatory risks, and enhance corporate sustainability practices.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will attain the Certification in South Africa Environmental Laws and Compliance. This distinguished certification will amplify your professional qualifications and demonstrate your expertise in South Africa’s environmental laws and your ability to create proper compliance frameworks that align with all relevant legislation and policies. Globally demanded and recognized, this industry-recognized certification holds lifelong validity and will offer a testament to your expertise and commitment to excellence in the environmental management field.
Key Skills You Will Gain
- South Africa Environmental Law
- National and Local Environmental Laws
- National Environmental Management Act
- Biodiversity Conservation Act
- Climate Change Act
- Environmental Legal Compliance
- Environmental Protection Act
- Environmental Permitting Regulations
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
- Minerals and Petroleum Resources Development Act
- International Environmental Treaties
- Environmental Damage (Prevention and Remediation) Regulations
- Waste Regulations
- Control of Pollution Act
- ISO 14001
- Waste Management
- Sustainability Reporting
- Environmental Compliance Assessment Plan
- Synergies of Environmental Compliance
- Environmental Rating Scheme
- Circular Economy Principles
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Environmental Auditing
- Environmental Risk Assessment
- Environmental Management System (EMS)
- Overlapping Jurisdictions
- Environmental Decision-Making
- Sustainable Supply Chain Management
- Environmental Equity and Justice
- Probity Management
Your Faculty Director
Melanie Jean Murcott is a distinguished leader in environmental law and currently serves as the Chairperson of the Environmental Law Association of South Africa. In this capacity, she advocates for environmental justice and robust governance, drawing upon her extensive experience in both legal practice and academia to drive meaningful change. She also holds the position of Associate Professor at the Institute of Marine and Environmental Law at the University of Cape Town.
Melanie's legal career began in prominent South African law firms, including Hogan Lovells, where she advanced to the role of Partner. Her practice was characterized by significant litigation and commercial experience, which laid a strong foundation for her transition into academia in 2012.
A prolific researcher and thought leader, Melanie authored the influential book Transformative Environmental Constitutionalism (Brill, 2022), which offers a pioneering perspective on adjudicating environmental disputes amidst an escalating planetary crisis. Her work emphasizes that achieving true justice—social, environmental, and interspecies—requires acknowledging the intrinsic interconnections between human rights and ecological well-being.
South Africa Environmental Laws and Compliance Program Agenda
How You Will Benefit
- Master South African Environmental Regulations: Gain in-depth knowledge of key legislation, including the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), Air Quality Act, Water Act, Waste Act, Biodiversity Act, and Climate Change Act.
- Navigate Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Processes: Understand when and how EIAs are required, the distinction between basic assessments and full impact assessments, and key role players in the regulatory process.
- Ensure Legal Compliance and Risk Mitigation: Learn strategies to avoid penalties, fines, and legal disputes, ensuring full compliance with environmental laws and minimizing business risks.
- Develop Expertise in Pollution Control and Waste Management: Gain practical insights into pollution control laws, licensing requirements, enforcement measures, and extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations.
- Align with Climate Change and Carbon Tax Regulations: Understand South Africa’s obligations under international climate agreements, the Climate Change Act (2024), Carbon Tax Act (2019), and the country's Just Transition Plan.
- Strengthen Corporate Environmental Governance: Learn how to integrate environmental compliance strategies into corporate ESG frameworks, ensuring responsible and sustainable business practices.
- Enhance Compliance in Mining and Resource Extraction: Understand licensing, compliance, and enforcement under the Minerals and Petroleum Resources Development Act (2002) to navigate industry-specific environmental regulations.
- Stay Ahead of Regulatory Changes and Emerging Trends: Keep up to date with evolving environmental policies, enforcement actions, and global best practices to ensure long-term regulatory compliance and sustainability.
Certification in South Africa Environmental Laws and Compliance
Upon successfully attending this program, you will be awarded with the Certification in South Africa Environmental Laws and Compliance that can be used in your resume, CV and other professional credentials. This certification is industry-recognized with lifelong validity.
Globally demanded and recognized, this certification will amplify your professional qualifications and demonstrate your expertise in South Africa environmental laws and your ability to create proper compliance frameworks that align with all relevant legislation and policies. This program is developed by Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications and the content of this program has been certified by CPD Certification Service as adhering to highest standards of continuing professional principles.
Pricing & Registration
South Africa
Dates: 25 - 26 Aug 2025
Venue: Online Executive Program (via Zoom)
Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm West Africa Time (WAT)
10:00am - 5:30pm Central Africa Time (CAT)
10:00am - 5:30pm South African Standard Time (SAST)
11:00am - 6:30pm East Africa Time (EAT)
| Early Bird Packages | Regular Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| By 20 Jun 2025 | By 01 Aug 2025 | After 01 Aug 2025 | |
| South Africa Delegates | ZAR 24,995 | ZAR 27,995 | ZAR 29,995 |
Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies).
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- Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
- Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
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