Articles about renewable energy

Govt proposes tariff hikes on renewable energy imports

The proposed measures would increase customs duties on components used in solar, wind and battery storage technologies.

Treasury grant initiative to pump R5m into untapped economies

National Treasury looks to fund the next set of innovative businesses in the green and informal economies through its Jobs Fund.

Eskom to establish independent renewable energy business

The objective for the new subsidiary is to operate independently of the main Eskom entity to allow for competitive market positioning.

SA’s renewable energy investment to reach R132bn

With further market certainty, manufacturing for the renewable energy sector is expected to grow by 2030, says GreenCape.

SolarAfrica, Powerx sign 60MW clean energy deal

The power purchase agreement will ensure access to large-scale renewable energy for local corporate and industrial businesses.

Cassava, Microsoft target SA youth for clean energy sector

Training hubs in Johannesburg and Cape Town will equip women and youth with the skills they need to thrive in the renewable energy industry.

Renewable Energy Masterplan to power job creation

South Africa’s Renewable Energy Masterplan will help unlock thousands of new jobs in the sector, says deputy minister Samantha Graham-Maré.

SA renewables adoption surges 300% in a decade

The Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme prompts 300% growth in total renewable energy installed capacity.

Teraco signs wind power purchase agreement to power data centre facilities sustainably

The company has signed a power purchase agreement with integrated energy aggregator NOA to supply wind-powered renewable energy to Teraco’s data centres.

SONA gives local renewables sector renewed hope

The industry welcomes president Cyril Ramaphosa’s commitment to positioning SA as a leader in renewable energy and green manufacturing.

Why Engineered Fluids saves millions: The hidden math of ownership

By maintaining optimal server temperatures, Electrocool reduces the power required to cool servers and, in turn, the overall energy bill, says Engineered Fluids.

Trump halts US EV policy as world prepares for e-mobility

As sustainability becomes a key focus for governments globally, US president Donald Trump revokes the Biden administration’s electric vehicle policy.