Deputy Speaker, thank you for the question from Mr Mazibuko-Ross ... [Laughter.] ... Mr Ross, as I have indicated in my response, it is our intention to use the lessons learned from Kuyasa, because, as you would have realised, there is an integrated energy solution for households, through which we could be able to make sure that South African households or houses are energy efficient or have an integrated energy solution in future.
Let me just indicate that the Department of Energy, together with the Department of Trade and Industry, is finalising the building construction regulations. These regulations will determine that each and every unit built in South Africa, irrespective of whether it is a house or an industrial building, needs to have an integrated energy solution; for example, gas for cooking and space heating, as well as for other related heating services in a particular establishment.
However, solar water heating, in particular, is very important; especially if you look at our hospitality industry. We have already engaged with the Department of Tourism to make sure that they engage the Tourism Grading Council so that energy efficiency becomes one of the criteria to determine the grading of establishments.
However, you must also remember that we have indicated that we need to reduce our over-reliance on electricity from the grid to make sure that it is only the lights and other appliances that consume electricity from it. I just need to indicate that I did arithmetic, but I am unable to quickly calculate what 2,8 tons per household for 2 310 households could turn into in seven years. I will give myself an opportunity to calculate that and give you the necessary response. Thank you very much.
Progress made regarding job creation
94. Mr N Singh (IFP) asked the Minister of Economic Development:
Whether any progress has been made regarding the creation of jobs, with specific reference to the New Growth Path plan; if not, why not; if so, what are the relevant details? NO2404E