As part of South Africa's regional integration strategy, the Chairperson highlighted that it will be imperative for the SA to work together with other countries in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) on climate change. The round table discussion is thus an opportunity to brainstorm and enrich the understanding on carbon tax and its likely impact on the energy sector. It will also go a long way in ensuring that all energy-related entities respond and/or has an input on the carbon tax proposal.