sets the stage for a sustainable oil refining sector in Cape Town

The foundations have already been laid at the 100,000 barrels per day crude oil refinery, close to Cape Town, for a Gasoline Hydrotreating

Cape Town, a city renowned for its natural beauty and rich

The Astron Energy Refinery in Cape Town plays a key role in ensuring security of supply for South Africa, as well as supporting important sectors of the economy, including mining.

Astron Energy has reiterated its commitment to boosting South Africa’s refining capacity as the local refinery of crude oil has dwindled over the years amid major structural

The 4th Annual Southern Africa Oil & Gas Conference (SAOGC) is set to take place on March 19–20, 2025, at the Century City Conference

The transition for the refining sector, which provided 64 121 jobs in total in 2025, is already underway. As of Q2 2025, two of the four oil refineries in South Africa have ceased operations

The mayor’s reference to a future planning and resilience team highlights the city’s proactive approach to envisioning and preparing for Cape

The shift to renewables also positions Cape Town as a leader in the global fight against climate change, attracting green investments and

This study has explored a range of barriers, drivers and opportunities to improving energy performance in the South African crude oil refining industry, thus providing information

Our outlook for South Africa's refining sector remains bleak, with refined production growth lingering at 2.75% y-o-y, as two out of its six

Discover how Cape Town's focus on sustainability, infrastructure development, and energy democracy is setting a global example by creating

Cape Town will host the 2025 F20 Climate Solutions Forum on 27–28 May, marking a historic moment for Africa as it takes centre stage in global climate discussions. Co

The 4th Annual Southern Africa Oil & Gas Conference (SAOGC) is set to take place on March 19–20, 2025, at the Century City Conference

The oil and gas sector is the fastest-growing sector in South Africa, and the Western Cape is ideally placed to service growing demand. The three ports in

The City of Cape Town has a flourishing green economy. It boasts growing renewable energy, energy efficiency & sustainable agriculture sectors.

Cape Town’s Resilience Strategy was born from the city’s experience with an unprecedented drought, the most severe in its recorded history. Over three

Cape Town is home to several oil and gas companies, including multinational corporations and local enterprises. These companies are involved in various aspects of the energy sector, such

The first domino to fall was the Astron Energy refinery in June 2025, located in Cape Town, Western Cape. When the facility was switched

Hemp offers a sustainable alternative to conventional fibres like cotton in the textile industry. With a rich heritage in clothing and textile manufacturing,

The global oil and gas industry faces increasing pressure to minimize its environmental footprint and transition towards sustainable practices. This paper presents an outline for implementing