About SSK Consulting
Trusted Environmental Consultants in South Africa
SSK Consulting is a multidisciplinary practice of registered Environmental Assessment Practitioners delivering practical, data-driven solutions across environmental, agricultural and geospatial disciplines. We work with developers, mining houses, renewable energy companies and public-sector clients to secure NEMA environmental authorisation and manage environmental risk from scoping through to compliance monitoring. With offices in Johannesburg and Pretoria serving Gauteng, and in Pietermaritzburg serving KwaZulu-Natal including Durban, we provide responsive, locally grounded expertise wherever your project is located.
Experienced Practitioners
Registered EAPs with a strong track record across mining, energy, infrastructure and development sectors.
Innovative Solutions
Using technology and geospatial insight to solve complex environmental and compliance challenges.
Quality & Integrity
Committed to high-quality, reliable and ethical environmental consulting on every project.
National Reach
Offices in Johannesburg (Gauteng) and Durban, Pietermaritzburg (KZN), delivering environmental services across South Africa.
Introducing EnviroIntel
EnviroIntel is SSK Consulting’s environmental intelligence platform — the first of its kind in South Africa. Access real-time environmental data, AI-powered regulatory analysis, and spatial intelligence tools — all in one platform.
Interactive Environmental Map
Protected areas, biodiversity zones, water resources, mining areas and more — all on one map
AI Environmental Query
Ask any question about NEMA, EIA triggers, water licences, biodiversity constraints — get instant expert answers
Live Environmental Alerts
Dam levels, fire risk, AMD alerts, regulatory updates — updated continuously from DFFE, DWS and CGS
Site Intelligence
Click any location to get environmental sensitivity, agricultural potential and water stress assessment
Data Layers
Environmental Alerts
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Suite of Free Environmental Tools
13 interactive tools built specifically for South African legislation — helping developers, farmers, engineers and corporates understand their environmental obligations instantly. No registration required.
Environmental Compliance Checker
Do you need an EIA? 6-step wizard — instant answer based on NEMA Listing Notices 1, 2 & 3.
SSK SiteScreen Pro
SA’s most advanced site screener — 7 layers, AI interpretation, specialist studies list. Surpasses the DFFE Screening Tool.
Carbon Footprint Calculator
Scope 1, 2 & 3 GHG calculator using SA grid factor (0.8665 kg CO₂e/kWh). Carbon tax liability 2025–2030.
NEMA Listed Activities Lookup
Search all 47 listed activities — LN1, LN2, LN3. Find activity numbers, timelines and official PDF links.
EIA Timeline Calculator
How long will your BA or EIA take? Gantt chart with all statutory milestones and delay risks.
Water Use Licence Screener
Screen all 8 Section 21 NWA water uses. WUL vs General Authorisation determination in 4 questions.
ESG Readiness Assessment
20-question ESG maturity assessment — JSE, King IV, GRI and TCFD aligned. Score, gaps and action plan.
Biodiversity Net Gain Calculator
Calculate habitat units lost and offset required using SANBI scoring and NBA 2018 threat multipliers.
Climate Risk Screener
TCFD-aligned physical and transition climate risk screening by province and sector. CSIR GreenBook data.
AI EIA Scoping Report Writer
South Africa’s first AI-powered EIA tool. Generate a full draft Scoping Report in seconds — powered by Claude AI.
EIA Decision Engine
SA’s most sophisticated authorisation tool. 5-phase wizard → full regulatory matrix, AI legal analysis, cost modelling and roadmap.
Waste Licence Screener
Do you need a WML under NEMWA? Category A vs B determination, competent authority and process in 5 questions.
Air Quality Licence Screener
Do you need an AEL under NEM:AQA? Scheduled process, competent authority and Priority Area screening in 5 questions.
Our Services
Our Environmental Consulting Services
Environmental Consulting
EIA scoping, basic assessments and NEMA environmental authorisation for mining, infrastructure and development projects across Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal.
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Agricultural Solutions
Soil and land capability assessments, SPLUMA land use applications, crop advisory and agricultural impact assessments for farms and development projects.
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GIS & Mapping
Spatial analysis, environmental impact mapping and GIS data management for infrastructure planning, land use studies and environmental reporting.
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Drone & Photogrammetry
UAV aerial surveys, photogrammetry, 3D site modelling and volumetric calculations for environmental site mapping and construction monitoring.
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Solutions for Every Sector
Featured Projects
Our Work In Action
Environmental Impact Assessment & Mining Authorisation
Infrastructure Planning & Spatial Analysis
Soil Capability & Land Suitability Assessment
Hydrological Assessment & Water Resource Management
UAV Aerial Survey & 3D Site Modelling
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Whether you need environmental authorisations, geospatial insight, or agricultural planning — our multidisciplinary team is ready to deliver.
Insights
Shaping the Conversation
Recent changes to South Africa’s National Environmental Management Act introduce new timelines and requirements for environmental authorisation. Learn what these changes mean for your project.
Remote sensing and photogrammetry are giving farmers and land managers unprecedented accuracy in soil, crop and irrigation assessment across South African landscapes.
How proactive hydrological assessment helps municipalities and private developers navigate water scarcity, NWA compliance and the Department of Water and Sanitation’s licensing requirements.
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