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18/06/2024

Nuclear safety activists have welcomed a new round of public consultations by the National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) on the extension of the Koeberg nuclear power station’s lifetime operation but criticise lack of information on crucial safety issues.

Nuclear safety activists have welcomed a new round of public consultations by the National Nuclear Regulator (NNR) on the extension of the Koeberg nuclear power station’s lifetime operation but

14/06/2024

South African manufacturers’ confidence has rebounded to the highest level in two years, mainly due to the suspension of load shedding, according to the second quarterly Absa manufacturing survey of the year, released on Wednesday.

South African manufacturers’ confidence has rebounded to the highest level in two years, mainly due to the suspension of load shedding, according to the second quarterly Absa manufacturing survey of

13/06/2024

The City of Johannesburg’s energy company, City Power, has implemented load reduction in densely populated areas and suburbs with high usage levels that could overload electrical equipment.

The City of Johannesburg’s energy company, City Power, has implemented load reduction in densely populated areas and suburbs with high usage levels that could overload electrical equipment. City

12/06/2024

The June issue of 𝘌𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘻𝘦 is out now! Delve into the highlights from the Enlit 2024 event in Cape Town, where industry leaders gathered to discuss grids of the future, the true cost of energy transition, and more. Learn how dynamic line rating can transform wind farm energy transmission and how LEDs are helping street lighting get smart. Stay updated with the latest news in 𝘌𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘻𝘦.
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12/06/2024

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) aims to forge a comprehensive regulatory framework that will enable the transition of the South African energy landscape from a vertically integrated system to a dynamic power-trading energy economy.

SA stakeholders come together to discuss new regulations for power trading Kimberley Kersten The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) aims to forge a comprehensive regulatory framework

10/06/2024

South African upstream oil and gas company PetroSA is investigating the possibility of restarting operations at a Mossel Bay gas-to-liquid fuel plant.

South African upstream oil and gas company PetroSA is investigating the possibility of restarting operations at a Mossel Bay gas-to-liquid fuel plant. A spokesperson for PetroSA, Nonny Mashika

07/06/2024

City Power is cracking down on “affluent” customers and businesses who are bypassing their smart prepaid meters to steal electricity from the grid.

City Power is cracking down on “affluent” customers and businesses who are bypassing their smart prepaid meters to steal electricity from the grid. A routine inspection by City Power found that over

07/06/2024

The City of Tshwane has initiated the rollover of the electricity prepaid meter token identity system in Eldoraigne (Region 4), Centurion.

The City of Tshwane has initiated the rollover of the electricity prepaid meter token identity system in Eldoraigne (Region 4), Centurion. The current prepaid meter software, known as Standard

06/06/2024

A new UK-South Africa collaborative project will help turn sugar into energy on an industrial scale.

A new UK-South Africa collaborative project will help turn sugar into energy on an industrial scale. York-based AgriSound, an expert in agricultural bio-acoustic artificial intelligence (AI)

05/06/2024

Job losses caused by the closing of coal-fired power plants, aimed at decarbonising South Africa’s economy, will be dwarfed by the job losses that could stem from export levies such as the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).

Job losses caused by the closing of coal-fired power plants, aimed at decarbonising South Africa’s economy, will be dwarfed by the job losses that could stem from export levies such as the European

04/06/2024

The race is on to dominate much-needed carbon neutrality in the global road freight market and German original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Daimler believes it is leading the pack with a new range of electric-powered trucks launched in South Africa last week.

The race is on to dominate much-needed carbon neutrality in the global road freight market and German original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Daimler believes it is leading the pack with a new range of

30/05/2024

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) registered 105 new generation facilities with a total capacity of 788 MW and an investment value of R18,4 billion from January to March 2024 (NERSA’s fourth quarter of the 2023/2024 financial year).

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) registered 105 new generation facilities with a total capacity of 788 MW and an investment value of R18,4 billion from January to March 2024

28/05/2024

⚡Pre-registrations are open for Enlit Africa 2025 ⚡

Get ready for the most electrifying event of the year!

📅 Save the Date: 20-22 May 2025

Join Enlit Africa 2025 at the CTICC in Cape Town, South Africa for an unforgettable experience filled with innovation, inspiration and networking! Be part of the energy revolution — pre-register your place today: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H09jg6W0

28/05/2024

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) registered 105 new generation facilities with a total capacity of 788 MW and an investment value of R18,4 billion from January to March 2024 (NERSA’s fourth quarter of the 2023/2024 financial year). The regulator said this continued the steady growth in IPP registrations observed since 2022.

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) registered 105 new generation facilities with a total capacity of 788 MW and an investment value of R18,4 billion from January to March 2024

24/05/2024

Eskom has applied to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) to reserve grid connection capacity for public independent power producers (IPPs) in preparation for the upcoming Bid Window 7 procurement process.

Eskom has applied to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) to reserve grid connection capacity for public independent power producers (IPPs) in preparation for the upcoming Bid Window

24/05/2024

Extensive expansion of the transmission network and grid capacity is required to enable new power generation sources to connect to the grid. This includes increasing transformer capacity, building more substations and constructing 14 000 km of new transmission lines over the next 10 years.

Extensive expansion of the transmission network and grid capacity is required to enable new power generation sources to connect to the grid. This includes increasing transformer capacity, building

23/05/2024

Eskom has launched a campaign called “Save Your Transformers, Save Lives” in anticipation of dropping temperatures during the winter months.

Eskom has launched a campaign called “Save Your Transformers, Save Lives” in anticipation of dropping temperatures during the winter months. According to the power utility, more than 2 000

22/05/2024

South Africa must steadfastly pursue a diversified energy mix, reducing its dependence on a single source or a limited number of energy sources.

South Africa must steadfastly pursue a diversified energy mix, reducing its dependence on a single source or a limited number of energy sources. This was the message from Jacob Mbele, Director

21/05/2024

The maritime sector’s transition to scalable zero-emission marine fuels has the potential to create up to four million jobs across the energy supply chain by 2050.

The maritime sector’s transition to scalable zero-emission marine fuels has the potential to create up to four million jobs across the energy supply chain by 2050. This is according to a new report

20/05/2024

Two of SA’s provincial trade and investment associations have entered into a partnership with Namibian and Dutch stakeholders to explore the viability of building Africa’s first cross-country hydrogen pipeline – the western Southern African Development Community green hydrogen production corridor.

Two of SA’s provincial trade and investment associations have entered into a partnership with Namibian and Dutch stakeholders to explore the viability of building Africa’s first cross-country

17/05/2024

Eskom has broken off discussions to transfer its power supply areas to the City of Cape Town, which would allow it to become independent of Eskom as a service provider.

Eskom has broken off discussions to transfer its power supply areas to the City of Cape Town, which would allow it to become independent of Eskom as a service provider. According to the City of Cape

16/05/2024

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) plans to revamp South Africa’s energy pricing regulation by forging a partnership with the development cooperation organisation, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ).

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) plans to revamp South Africa’s energy pricing regulation by forging a partnership with the development cooperation organisation, Deutsche

15/05/2024

Green Hydrogen South Africa, supported by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH, has developed a community development toolkit (CDTK) to assist developers engaging with local communities to develop green hydrogen energy projects.

Green Hydrogen South Africa, supported by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH, has developed a community development toolkit (CDTK) to assist developers engaging with

14/05/2024

Read about the national regulator’s plans to revamp South Africa’s electricity pricing and tariff design and find out what energy experts think of the government’s draft Gas Master Plan. Learn about new technology that monitors the power grid and how to maximise your generator’s performance. Stay updated with the latest news in 𝘌𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘪𝘻𝘦 as we delve into these stories and more!
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13/05/2024

The Energy Availability Factor of Eskom (EAF) has reached 70% for the first time since August 2021.

The Energy Availability Factor of Eskom (EAF) has reached 70% for the first time since August 2021. This is according to the Minister of Electricity, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, who addressed the public

13/05/2024

Future expansion of the Mozal aluminium smelter at Beluluane in Mozambique hinges on procuring a new contract for the supply of electricity to the smelter, says Graham Kerr of South 32.

Future expansion of the Mozal aluminium smelter at Beluluane in Mozambique hinges on procuring a new contract for the supply of electricity to the smelter, says Graham Kerr of South 32. In

10/05/2024

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has extended the bid submission date and revised the timeline allocated for preferred bidders to achieve commercial close for the Battery Energy Storage Bid Window 3 of the Independent Power Producers Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP BW3).

The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has extended the bid submission date and revised the timeline allocated for preferred bidders to achieve commercial close for the Battery Energy

09/05/2024

There is a push to complete the construction of the Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) in Richards Bay, a planned gas-fired power plant that will include open-cycle and combined-cycle gas turbines.

08/05/2024

The City of Johannesburg has released a statement saying it is “taken aback by Eskom’s decision to drag the courts into forcing it to pay an amount of R1 billion, while the national power utility owes R3,4 billion in overcharges over the years”.

The City of Johannesburg has released a statement saying it is “taken aback by Eskom’s decision to drag the courts into forcing it to pay an amount of R1 billion, while the national power utility

07/05/2024

The City of Cape Town has awarded the tender for the engineering, procurement, and construction of its Atlantis solar photovoltaic (PV) plant to Lesedi Technoserve Consortium.

The City of Cape Town has awarded the tender for the engineering, procurement, and construction of its Atlantis solar photovoltaic (PV) plant to Lesedi Technoserve Consortium. Construction of the