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Mining’s mess is just energy transition’s opportunity
Rehabilitating mines presents an opportunity for environmental restoration and economic empowerment in the energy transition
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…
Explainer: How new government standards will affect solar and battery energy bidders
One of the biggest difficulties the sector faces is securing permits and licences crucial for project commencement
Strengthening the solar C&I power network through SAPVIA and Enlit Africa partnership
SAPVIA has over a decade of experience and represents more than 700 companies in the solar PV space
De Lille emphasises need to grow tourism on visit to Kruger
The department has given R76.1 million for energy and water-saving measures at tourism sites as part of the Green Tourism Incentive Programme, Patricia de Lille says
Eskom fears revenue dip as appetite for solar PV grows
Exorbitant electricity tariffs and longer stages of load-shedding have forced consumers to urgently seek off-grid alternatives
Luxuries sacrificed as consumers shift to energy alternatives
Investing in alternative energy results in the middle class cutting out luxuries to pay off debt
Practical steps to stop load-shedding and secure electricity security
SA is in a state of emergency regarding power supply and must act accordingly with quick and decisive interventions
Renewable energy may do Eskom in
But the power utility says not so, and that it has for years been calling for additional generation capacity
Mantashe unveils 25 renewable energy bidders
The bidders will add 2 583 megawatts to the grid within 36 months
SA hydrogen energy development poised to unlock investment
The Minerals Council which represents about 90% of the industry, said the country’s hydrogen opportunities were a game changer