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Renewable Energy

Only a Pan-African industrial policy on critical minerals for renewable will unlock prosperity
Opinion
/ 16 September 2024

Only a Pan-African industrial policy on critical minerals for renewable will unlock prosperity

African countries must avoid the mistakes of the fossil-fuel industrial revolution; the mining of cobalt, lithium, manganese, nickel and copper must be based on equity, human rights and local development

By Kudakwashe Manjonjo
Renewable energy could keep SA’s data centres lit and reliable
Opinion
/ 10 September 2024

Renewable energy could keep SA’s data centres lit and reliable

When one query to ChatGPT uses the same amount of electricity to power a light bulb for 20 minutes, it makes sense to drive the artificial intelligence revolution using solar and wind power.

By Mandy Hattingh
China’s interests in Africa are being shaped by the race for renewable energy
The Green Guardian
/ 3 September 2024

China’s interests in Africa are being shaped by the race for renewable energy

As the ninth Forum on China–Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) kicks off in Beijing, a new, green theme is shaping their relationship: the global renewable energy race

By Lauren Johnston
Protect local people’s rights in renewable energy projects
Thought Leader
/ 27 August 2024

Protect local people’s rights in renewable energy projects

To ensure that Africa’s renewable energy future is sustainable and equitable, there must be free, prior and informed consent during all stages of such developments.

By Karabo Mokgonyana
Ramaphosa: Municipalities are ‘in the driving seat’ to decarbonise South Africa
The Green Guardian
/ 26 August 2024

Ramaphosa: Municipalities are ‘in the driving seat’ to decarbonise South Africa

Electricity generated from fossil fuels accounts for most of South Africa’s carbon emissions, he said.

By Sheree Bega
Africa’s data centre market and digital transformation pathways
The Digital Afrikan
/ 23 August 2024

Africa’s data centre market and digital transformation pathways

To realise its digital potential, Africa must focus on several practical steps like investment in renewable energy sources

By Chudi Okoye
Africa positioned to become global green superpower
Opinion
/ 19 August 2024

Africa positioned to become global green superpower

But realising this vision requires overcoming significant problems, from securing financing to developing robust policy frameworks and fostering visionary leadership

By Karabo Mokgonyana
Walvis Bay’s Cleanergy plant leads the way in green hydrogen technology
The Green Guardian
/ 10 August 2024

Walvis Bay’s Cleanergy plant leads the way in green hydrogen technology

An inside look at a green hydrogen plant that has made the most visible progress of nine projects under development in Namibia

By John Grobler
UFH launches new Research Niche Areas
Partner Content
/ 1 August 2024

UFH launches new Research Niche Areas

The five RNAs form part of the university’s strategic plan for institutional renewal

By Staff Writer
Mpumalanga is going with the wind
The Green Guardian
/ 30 July 2024

Mpumalanga is going with the wind

Wind farms are picking up speed in the province at the heart of South Africa’s energy transition

By Thabo Molelekwa
Focus the renewable energy debate on Africans’ basic need for electricity
Opinion
/ 27 July 2024

Focus the renewable energy debate on Africans’ basic need for electricity

Clean energy offers a viable solution that can drive economic growth, improve quality of life and protect the environment

By Karabo Mokgonyana
South Africa’s potential as a leader in green steel production
Thought Leader
/ 19 July 2024

South Africa’s potential as a leader in green steel production

As a top producer of iron ore and rich in renewable energy, the country is well-placed to lead the transition

By Viren Sookhun
Green energy innovations are being developed in Namibia’s desert
The Green Guardian
/ 9 July 2024

Green energy innovations are being developed in Namibia’s desert

Green hydrogen features in projects aimed at producing carbon-free steel and ammonia fuel for shipping and rail transport

By John Grobler
East Africa’s growth projected to grow by 5% in 2024
Opinion
/ 2 July 2024

East Africa’s growth projected to grow by 5% in 2024

The region has also seen an increase in its contribution to the continent’s broader economic growth

By Hasan Khan
TotalEnergies African legacy: 100 years of environmental destruction
The Green Guardian
/ 1 June 2024

TotalEnergies African legacy: 100 years of environmental destruction

Climate justice groups are leading the fight against those causing harm to our environment and climate

By Ozayr Patel
Zimbabwe’s lithium liability
Article
/ 23 May 2024

Zimbabwe’s lithium liability

Zimbabwe is positioning itself as a global leader in mining and processing lithium, a critical energy transition mineral. But these ambitious plans come at a cost

By Tatenda Chitagu
Electric transport ‘promising’ in Africa, says new report
The Green Guardian
/ 14 May 2024

Electric transport ‘promising’ in Africa, says new report

The continent could emerge as a leader in decarbonising its transport sector

By Sheree Bega
Eskom’s desperate measures: Emergency reserves strained as power shortages persist
National
/ 10 May 2024

Eskom’s desperate measures: Emergency reserves strained as power shortages persist

The improved load-shedding situation over the past month have been aided by solar photovoltaic energy and lower demand

By Lyse Comins
God edition: The energy transition isn’t just
Thought Leader
/ 30 March 2024

God edition: The energy transition isn’t just

The shift to clean energy must consider poorest of the poor and the natural environment

By Sheree Bega
Ramokgopa wants less red tape to get renewable energy onto the electricity grid faster
The Green Guardian
/ 25 March 2024

Ramokgopa wants less red tape to get renewable energy onto the electricity grid faster

The electricity minister said the delay in approving environmental assessments undermines investor confidence

By Mandisa Nyathi
Battery minerals shine light on a greener, cleaner future
Partner Content
/ 19 March 2024

Battery minerals shine light on a greener, cleaner future

Responsible resource development goes hand in hand with environmental stewardship and social responsibility

By Minrom
The Ethical Agency recognised as green website hosting company
The Green Guardian
/ 4 March 2024

The Ethical Agency recognised as green website hosting company

All of its services are powered by renewable energy sources

By Brett Jefferson
New report sings the praises of renewable energy
The Green Guardian
/ 3 February 2024

New report sings the praises of renewable energy

Green energy is not without its negative impacts but it is still better than that generated by fossil fuels

By Mandisa Nyathi
UN report spells out dim economic outlook for South Africa
National
/ 14 January 2024

UN report spells out dim economic outlook for South Africa

The United Nations World Economic Situation report said the country’s economy would grow by only 0.5%

By Mandisa Nyathi
New energy plan sends mixed signals to investors
Business
/ 10 January 2024

New energy plan sends mixed signals to investors

The draft IRP 2023 scales back renewable projects viewed as a key source of economic growth

By Sarah Smit
Revised Integrated Resource Plan needed ‘ASAP’
National
/ 9 January 2024

Revised Integrated Resource Plan needed ‘ASAP’

The mineral resources department plans to finalise the country’s new energy plan by the end of May

By Sarah Smit
Delaying coal plant shutdowns mooted in draft energy plan
National
/ 5 January 2024

Delaying coal plant shutdowns mooted in draft energy plan

The draft IRP 2023, released on Thursday after numerous delays, contends that renewables and clean energy technologies alone are not enough to secure South Africa’s energy future

By Sarah Smit
Give me power
Partner Content
/ 27 November 2023

Give me power

Red Rocket on a mission to answer businesses’ call for more energy

By Red Rocket
Renewables alone cannot sustain SA’s energy needs – PwC report
The Green Guardian
/ 23 November 2023

Renewables alone cannot sustain SA’s energy needs – PwC report

South Africa and other African countries should accelerate their vast renewable energy potential to meet energy demands

By Mandisa Nyathi
World Bank loan will support South Africa’s energy transition
The Green Guardian
/ 26 October 2023

World Bank loan will support South Africa’s energy transition

The global financier announced that it had approved a $1 billion loan to help the country’s shift to cleaner forms of energy

By Mandisa Nyathi
Reserve bank head says climate change will raise fiscal risk
The Green Guardian
/ 23 October 2023

Reserve bank head says climate change will raise fiscal risk

Central banks’ contribution to climate change-related aims, and their role in the transition, depend on government policy

By Sheree Bega
Future of energy in Africa roundtable
Partner Content
/ 19 October 2023

Future of energy in Africa roundtable

The role of the energy geoscience industry and alternative solutions

By Derek Davey
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