He says the change should not be made at the expense of workers.
Ramokgopa delivered the keynote address at the opening of the second G20 Energy Transitions working group meeting in Cape Town.
As SA marks Workers' Day, he says re-skilling employee as G20 member states move to green energy will be at the heart of a process that is partially aimed at achieving economic growth.
"Must affirm unequivocally, that a successful energy transition does not displace workers, but rather transform their prospects. It must prioritise reskilling, protect livelihoods and anchor new industries that generate quality jobs."
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