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Many hydrogen opportunities in S Africa
15th April 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

The export of green hydrogen is an opportunity South Africa should capitalise on, as are a number of other hydrogen opportunities that are available, says hydrogen-focused company Hydrogen Energy... 


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Pilot projects can launch hydrogen economy locally
15th April 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

South Africa should move forward with pilot projects to enable the green hydrogen economy to grow on a larger scale, says project integrator and technology provider Green Hydrogen Solutions founder... 


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Green hydrogen economy to bring opportunities for S Africa
15th April 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Government needs to hasten implementation of policies and execute its investment commitments to enable a local hydrogen economy, says National Society of Black Engineers president Mdu Mlaba. “This... 


Sicelo Xulu appointed chair of SANEDI's new board
6th April 2022 By: Marleny Arnoldi

The South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI) has announced new board appointments, following the expiration of the prior board’s term. The new board, appointed by Mineral... 


Partnership launched to overcome climate resiliency barriers in energy, water
6th April 2022 By: Donna Slater

A joint project to accelerate South Africa’s energy and water transitions to be more efficient and sustainable – the South African Industry Adaption (SAIA) project – was officially launched on... 


Global energy supply crisis can be ameliorated through greater focus on energy efficiency, says SANEDI
28th March 2022 By: Schalk Burger

There are fears of a global energy supply crisis affecting electricity and fuel security, precipitated by Russia's invasion of Ukraine, while uncertainty around oil supply from Russia, which is the... 


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Project management skills vital for local energy transition
25th March 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Project management skills are imperative to ensure that South Africa’s clean energy transition is successful, says organisation National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) president Mdu Mlaba and... 


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Infrastructure investment needed for transition
25th March 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Local energy generating sites should be established throughout the country when providing sufficient capacity, says Economic Development Solutions (EDS) head of business development Eckart Zollner,... 


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SA faces challenges in energy transition
25th March 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

South Africa is struggling to address the energy security and economic imperatives of the national energy requirements, owing to the delay in implementation of new capacity additions and  the... 


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Lithium-ion batteries assisting energy transition
25th March 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Cape Town-based energy equipment and solutions provider Solar MD is expanding its production capabilities for South Africa to meet the expected demand for renewable-energy solutions, owing to the... 


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Solar energy relevant for SA’s energy transition
25th March 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

The pricing of solar modules is continually improving and the technology is expected to be beneficial for South Africa’s energy transition, says solar energy equipment supplier GameChange Solar... 


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Council actively involved in energy master plans
25th March 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has partnered with the City of Cape Town, and Stellenbosch, to create energy master plans to inform optimal procurement and market design... 


Gauteng SMEs invited to apply for green support incentive programme
15th March 2022 By: Schalk Burger

The National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) and the Gauteng Department of Economic Development invite local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to apply for the Green... 


AfricaGoGreen Fund receives $31.5m to promote private sector efficiency investments
11th March 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Development finance institution the African Development Bank (AfDB) and its Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA) have approved a combined-equity investment of $20-million in the AfricaGoGreen... 


Women keen to participate in energy efficiency projects – DMRE
8th March 2022 By: Donna Slater

Studies indicate that women want to participate in the energy sector, and especially within the energy efficiency sector, both of which currently have poor representation of women, Department of... 


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New Netcare hospital to feature green technologies
3rd March 2022 By: Darren Parker

Healthcare provider Netcare’s new Alberton Hospital, which will open its doors in April, will feature several green technologies, including solar power, advanced energy, water and waste management... 


Energy efficiency part of net-zero journey, but investments, renewable energy needed for broad impact
2nd March 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Energy efficiency is an important component to reaching net-zero greenhouse-gas emissions, lifting people out of energy poverty and enabling development, but requires public and private investment... 


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Indaba ties in with city’s energy plans
25th February 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

With the City of Cape Town being an emerging leader in the new energy space in South Africa, Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis says hosting the Africa Energy Indaba (AEI) at the Cape Town... 


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Council to coordinate content at Indaba
25th February 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

The South African Electrotechnical Export Council (SAEEC), supported by the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC), is collaborating with the Africa Energy Indaba (AEI) to profile... 


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Power Quality the focus at AEI
25th February 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

The National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) aims to raise awareness of the importance of Power Quality in the manufacturing industry at this year’s Africa Energy Indaba (AEI).... 


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EPC company a gold partner at Indaba
25th February 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Engineering procurement and construction (EPC) company Lesedi is participating at this year’s Africa Energy Indaba (AEI) as a gold partner, says Lesedi business development executive Shane Pereira.... 


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Indaba to focus on increasing need for energy access
25th February 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

This year’s Africa Energy Indaba (AEI) will focus on the growing need for energy access throughout Africa, says exhibitions company Siyenza MD Liz Hart. The event will be held at the Cape Town... 


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Law firm to provide insight on energy laws
25th February 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

Law firm Norton Rose Fulbright will participate at this year’s Africa Energy Indaba as a partner, providing a legal perspective on energy sector laws. The global law firm provides a business law... 


DSI’s Maserumule reiterates South Africa’s green hydrogen ambitions
24th February 2022 By: Schalk Burger

South Africa is looking to build out funding opportunities and partnerships with international donors and countries that are aiming to decarbonise their own economies through the use of green... 


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Manufacturer provides tailored lighting solutions
18th February 2022 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

Lighting manufacturer BEKA Schréder carries out a full evaluation of a site, including lighting audits and design, to ensure that the lighting effectively performs according to the necessary... 


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South32 to proceed with energy efficiency project at Hillside smelter
17th February 2022 By: Darren Parker

Diversified miner South32 has made a final investment decision on the roll-out of the AP3XLE energy efficiency project at its Hillside aluminium smelter, in KwaZulu-Natal. The technology has... 


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Exhibition provides exposure opportunity for company
11th February 2022 By: Nadine Ramdass

German materials handling equipment manufacturer Jungheinrich aims to use the KwaZulu-Natal Industrial Tech Expo (KITE) to break into the local market, increase its exposure in the region and build... 


DBSA calls for applications for Green Fund financing
10th February 2022 By: Schalk Burger

Development finance institution the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) has announced the availability of funding towards green economy development projects and programmes under the Green... 


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New year holds promise for wood pellet manufacturer
4th February 2022 By: Halima Frost

Biomass fuel manufacturer and distributor Calore Sustainability Energy (CSE) Biomass, a division of clean energy provider Earth & Wire, started the new year with installations at two agriculture... 


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Support services ramping up for new motor distributor deal
28th January 2022 By: Darren Parker

Bearings and power transmission supplier Bearings International (BI) is aiming to provide a comprehensive support service for engineering company ABB Africa’s motors this year, which the company... 


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Public Works to release RFP for renewable energy programme this quarter
27th January 2022 By: Darren Parker

The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) will publish a request for proposals (RFP) for its Integrated Renewable Energy and Resource Efficiency Programme (iREREP) in the first... 


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Firms and households tap rooftop power as load-shedding risk lingers
21st January 2022 By: Natasha Odendaal

Improving technologies, which reduce deployment costs, as well as lower tariffs and thousands of hours of sunshine every year, along with the continued challenges of State-owned power utility... 


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Electricity sector outlook
14th January 2022

Creamer Media's Chanel de Bruyn speaks to Engineering News Editor Terence Creamer about the difficulties in the South African electricity sector in 2021, the issues that are still facing Eskom,... 


Building owners have one year left to obtain energy performance certificates
14th December 2021 By: Simone Liedtke

Owners of buildings in South Africa have one year left to obtain and prominently display an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) or risk a fine of R5-million, five years imprisonment or both. The... 


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Eskom power transition lacking energy, says LTM Energy CEO
2nd December 2021 By: Tracy Hancock

State-owned power utility Eskom, South Africa’s largest emitter of greenhouse gasses, is not adapting to change fast enough, as the world races to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 by... 


Bursaries on offer for Wits Business School energy leadership courses
22nd November 2021 By: Schalk Burger

The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) Business School has introduced a new stream in its existing Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) in Management in the field of Energy Leadership, which offers a... 


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