World Bank grants $1 billion to SA
The World Bank has given South Africa a loan of about $1 billion towards its long-term energy security and transition to a low carbon economy. Mmakgoshi Lekhethe, Deputy-Director General: Asset…
Calling all consumers…
Consumers can now do their part to ensure more energy is saved by buying energy efficient appliances. A national Energy Efficiency Appliance Standards and Labelling (S&L) Programme, was designed by…
What solutions can increase access to energy in Africa? Energy leaders speak out.
Energy leaders spoke out at a panel discussion, at the recently held, Green Energy Africa Summit, in Cape Town. Adonis Pouroulis, CEO: Chariot Ltd“Relevant legislation that will allow transition projects…
City Power cracks whip
Over R1, 3 billion owed to City Power by business is largely from the Hursthill area. The Power Utility said a drive to collect money from non-paying customers, is in…
Spotlight on building “green”
The spotlight is on building “green” to save energy and water. Developing countries, like South Africa, have an opportunity to build from the design phase right through to implementation, while…
Public-private partnerships key to sustainable energy
Against all odds, Africa is striving towards a sustainable energy future through public-private partnerships. Take Gambia’s strategy to diversify its energy mix from 100% fossil fuels, to include renewable energy,…
Electricity curtailment potential
Segomoco Scheppers, Eskom transmission head, says the grid will require some investment by 2027, to enable 27 Gigawatts to come on stream.He was speaking at the Green Energy Africa Summit,…
New Solar data portal
Do you want to see where solar projects are installed across the country? Do you want to see more details about each project? The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA)…
Blade patterning to save birds
BirdLife reported bird kills as a result of wind turbines, back in 2018, included Diurnal raptors, threatened species such as the Blue Crane, Verreaux’s Eagle, Martial Eagle and Black Harrier.…
All Roads lead to Windaba
Key role players in the wind energy sector are meeting today in Cape Town, until the 05th October 2023. The capacity of the grid will form part of the discussions,…