(1) A comprehensive impact study was conducted and subsequently an Environmental Authorisation in terms of the National Environmental Management Act (Act No. 107 of 1998GN and 983 as amended), for the upgrade and expansion of the Burgersdorp Correctional Facility within the Walter Sisulu Local Municipality was approved by the Department of Environmental Affairs.
(1)(a) Confirmation of bulk water services availability for the upgrades and renovations to the Burgersdorp Correctional Facilities was obtained from Joe Gqabi District Municipality. The Water Use License (WUL) was approved in respect of a general authorisation in line with section 39 of the National Water Act, 1998 (Act 36 of 1998), by the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWAS).
(1)(b) Confirmation of Electrical Services and Capacity availability for the upgrades and renovations to the Burgersdorp Correctional Facilities was obtained from the Walter Sisulu Local Municipality, confirming availability of adequate electrical supply
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(2) Yes, a copy of specified impact Study is attached as Annexure A.
(3) The upgrade of the water reticulation infrastructure includes:
(4) Confirmation of Electrical Services and Capacity availability for the upgrades and renovations to the Burgersdorp Correctional Facilities was obtained from the Walter Sisulu Local Municipality, stating that “the supply from the Municipality at the sub-station is indeed adequate for the required upgrade of the facility”.
It is worth noting that the design of the correctional facility incorporates more technological advanced technologies and building standards than in comparison with the current Correctional Centre, which will ultimately be more energy and water efficient. Advanced heating systems such as calorifiers, and the installation of energy saving lighting equipment will increase energy efficiency. The new Correctional facility will be equipped with adequate back-up power systems, which will enhance operational efficiency.
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