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Five trends to watch in Africa’s energy and power sector
Africa’s power and energy sector is a critical driver of growth and development across the continent – so in order to ensure that the...
Water and power efficiency walk hand in hand
South African mining companies can manage water usage as part of a wider, integrated strategy for sustainable business, writes Stephen Austin, independent energy advisor to...
Eskom considers paying bonuses after disastrous performance
The time to consider bonuses for Eskom executives will come when they start cancelling corrupt contracts and recovering stolen funds and not a day...
Future electrical energy potential for Cape Town
Certain features in the Greater Cape Town area invite consideration for ocean-based energy storage and power generation.
Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC):
Energy experts...
Power shortages create opportunities for diesel genset producers
A lack of reliable electricity supply in southern Africa has created an opportunity for diesel generator set production.
Southern Africa’s extreme dependence on...
Off-grid energy solutions power Africa
With more than 600 million people in African lacking access to affordable, reliable energy, off-grid solutions are a viable alternative, such as those supplied...
Off-grid energy solutions power Africa
With more than 600 million people in African lacking access to lean, affordable, reliable energy, new technological developments such as off-grid solutions are becoming...
World Bank warns about utility debt
Power utilities increasing their borrowings to cover costs, may put these institutions on “a very dangerous slippery slope”, said senior energy specialist at the...
WSP helps Namibia embrace megawatts of power with Diaz Wind Farm
WSP, Africa - one of the largest multi-disciplinary engineering consultancies on the continent – has played a pivotal role in bringing about the development...
ABB wins US$30m order for HVDC power link upgrade in Africa
Upgrade to boost transmission capacity and supply clean hydro power while strengthening grid reliability in Democratic Republic of the Congo.
ABB has won...
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