Carbon tax phase two: what the higher rate means for your business

The carbon tax rate rose to R308 per tonne of CO2e in 2026 as phase two began. What changed and how to reduce your exposure.

The carbon tax rate rose to R308 per tonne of CO2e in 2026 as phase two began. What changed and how to reduce your exposure.
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