JOHANNESBURG – Fuel cell electric vehicles will allow platinum mining to build its future in a truly sustainable way on the back of zero exhaust emissions and the use of the world’s endless supply of hydrogen as a fuel source, Anglo American Platinum (Amplats) CEO Chris Griffith told Platinum Week 2015 in London.

Road transportation remains one of the most important drivers of economic growth. Every day, millions of people rely on roads to commute to work, transport goods, access healthcare, and support businesses. However, road accidents continue to place enormous financial and social pressure on governments, businesses, families, and communities.

Fuel taxes, road user charges, licensing fees, and other transport‑related revenue streams play a significant role in funding road maintenance, traffic management, emergency services, and infrastructure development. Ensuring these funds are used efficiently remains an important discussion for motorists and taxpayers alike.

South Africa consumed approximately 11.3‑billion litres of petrol and 9.1‑billion litres of diesel during 2009.

With a fuel levy of R3.28 per litre (Jan 2015), government collected roughly R65‑billion per year in fuel‑tax revenue.

Crude oil is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons that requires sophisticated processing to become usable energy. The first stage of refining involves heating crude oil until it boils, allowing it to separate into distinct liquids and gases inside a distillation column.

South Africa consumed approximately 112‑billion litres of fuel in 2014. With a fuel levy of R4.12 per litre (Jan 2015), this equates to roughly R463‑billion per year in tax revenue.

Fuel Consumption Data: Download 2014 Excel Sheet