Power shift: reimagining SA’s energy sector
South Africa is transitioning from fossil fuels toward renewable energy, as the government aims to add at least 19 GW of renewable capacity by 2030 and as much as 190 GW by 2050. These targets are critical for climate resilience and energy security. Yet, the social...
Building reliable power for mining operations in Africa
Africa’s mining sector requires power reliability as a matter of survival, making it critical that companies invest in solutions that deliver longevity and reliability, writes Johan Helberg, head of sales: Africa at Aggreko. According to the International Monetary...
Wind power could drive a sustainable energy future
Ever wondered about the behind-the-scenes logistics involved in building or transporting wind farm turbine components? Richard Reid, regional director at Concord Cranes, looks at the potential of wind power and the complex groundwork required to bring a wind farm...
When cheap solar comes at a deadly cost
The solar energy boom has brought tremendous opportunities for South African businesses and homeowners to reduce their electricity costs and carbon footprint. By Teresa Kok, director at One Energy However, beneath the surface of this green revolution lurks a dangerous...
SOEW achieves zero-second grid-to-zero-backup power switch
JSE-listed cable manufacturer South Ocean Electric Wire (SOEW) has completed a solar installation it says marks seamless switching from grid to backup power in zero seconds. Developed in partnership with GreenSun, a renewable energy supplier, the system enhances...
Smart nano-grids shift electricity generation to point of consumption
The Netherlands - a global leader in energy transition - recently announced electricity rationing as its national grid buckles under the pressure of increased demand, electrification, and renewable integration. By Christo Nicholls, CEO of Utility Consulting Solutions...
AI helps to beat the heat in the data centre
Data centres are the foundation of our digital world, powering everything from cloud computing to AI. But this immense capability comes at a cost - substantial energy consumption, much of it tied to cooling systems. As demand for computing grows, so too does the...
SA businesses keep their eye on renewables
South African businesses are increasingly seeking independence from Eskom due to its reliability issues, and the steady, multi-digit annual tariff increases the utility is imposing. While cost savings are a primary concern, power stability is equally critical, as...
Why going green is good for business
Adopting green practices can feel like a drop in the ocean of climate change for small and medium enterprises (SMEs), but as South Africa reportedly warms at twice the global average, every drop counts. The effects of climate change range from prolonged droughts and...
Vertiv opens new Academy centre in Frankfurt
Vertiv has opened its new Vertiv Academy training centre in Frankfurt, Germany. The new facility will enhance technical training, service innovation, and customer engagement across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (the DACH region), developing the next generation of...
Sungrow powers region’s largest renewable energy project
Sungrow is playing a pivotal role in sub-Saharan Africa’s largest renewable energy project, in partnership with construction group WBHO. Located in Welkom, Free State Province, this landmark initiative comprises two groundbreaking solar PV wheeling projects totalling...
Can IT save the planet (and your bottom line)?
The digital age’s insatiable demand for computing power has collided with an urgent and pressing need for sustainability. By Vishal Barapatre, group chief technology officer at In2IT Technologies As data centres and AI workloads consume unprecedented energy, IT...