New cooling technology offers a solution to AI’s heat problem
With artificial intelligence quickly evolving, enterprise data centres are increasingly challenged to manage the heat generated by high-performance systems. By Michael Langeveld, head of technology and business development at HPE Emirates and Africa This issue is...
Battery trends: A shift to high voltage and the potential for mini-grids
As the country slides into 2025 and South Africans continue to pinch themselves in disbelief that load shedding has been suspended since before the national elections last year, it is important to recognise the impact renewable energy and batteries have had on the...
Financing trend drives clean energy in the Global South
The Global South is at a critical juncture in its energy transition, grappling with challenges that demand immediate action. Despite being home to two-thirds of the world’s population, these regions only account for a mere 18% of global power generation capacity. By...
There’s green and then there’s blockchain green
Greener blockchain, who would have thought? Blockchain’s very nature sees it consuming a lot of energy; with great power comes great power usage. But here we are, and green blockchain continues to garner significant attention, driven by the heightened awareness of...
Tetra Pak debuts data-driven solution to carton recycling
Tetra Pak has launched MAPA.SA, an innovative platform designed to optimise the carton recycling value chain. Developed to tackle inefficiencies in the recycling sector, MAPA.SA leverages real-time data insights and advanced analytics to provide tailored solutions for...
A strategic approach to AI sustainability in SA
AI’s outsized demand for energy has already become infamous. Here’s how to fix it, writes President Ntuli, MD of HPE South Africa. With the AI race in full swing, many organisations now find themselves hoarding data in the hopes they will soon find a way to derive...
Prepare your solar system for the festive season
The festive season is upon us, and for many South Africans, that means heading off on holiday. By Christiaan Hattingh, MD of AWPower While ensuring your home is secure and the fridge is emptied, don’t forget about your solar system. Proper preparation ensures your...
AI promises smart, predictive, and efficient utilities
The global artificial intelligence (AI) in energy and utilities market was valued at $10,56-billion in 2023 and is projected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22,9%, reaching $45,78-billion by 2030. By Satyajit Dwivedi, regional director: EMEAP,...
Picup kickstarts electric vehicle strategy
Picup Technologies, an independent on-demand delivery provider and subsidiary of Karooooo, has announced its 2025 electric vehicle (EV) strategy that will integrate electric scooters for on-demand deliveries within a 5km radius. These vehicles will significantly...
Etana Energy in R1,8bn deal to unlock renewables
South African energy trading company Etana Energy aims to unlock R9-billion of new renewable energy investment through a deal with GuarantCo, part of the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG), and British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development...
Vertiv debuts compact, high-power density UPS
Vertiv has launched the Vertiv PowerUPS 9000, an energy-efficient, high-power density uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system with a compact footprint. The system is engineered to support IT applications from traditional computing to high density applications. It is...
Payroll and HR trends for 2025 and beyond
The payroll and HR landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and shifting employee expectations. As artificial intelligence (AI) redefines how companies manage payroll and HR, these processes are becoming smoother, more accurate and...