Coal, as a plentiful natural endowment in the country, is poised to remain a pivotal part of the South Africa’s energy mix for the foreseeable future; however, this comes with risks and challenges, and it is imperative that more renewable-energy capacity, new technologies, considerable investment and collaboration are pursued as the country undertakes its energy transition. This was highlighted by Energy Council of South Africa CEO James Mackay, delivering a keynote address during the first day of the Coal & Energy Transition Day event on July 23.