# South Africa’s National Web-Based Environmental Screening Tool is now fully operational. Forestry, Fisheries and Environment minister Dion George, says the tool speeds up environmental approvals for development projects while protecting ecosystems. Mandatory for all Environmental Impact Assessment applications, it uses data to assess environmental sensitivity, aiding quicker decisions on renewable energy and infrastructure. The minister says this slashes delays, boosts job creation, and drives inclusive economic growth without compromising the environment.
SA launches smart environmental tool to fast-track development