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Eskom allays penalty fears over solar installations

Residents with unregistered solar installations up to 50kW may qualify for an exemption from legislated registration-related fees until March 2026, says the utility.

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.

SA’s installed solar capacity set to grow

The country’s installed solar capacity is expected to grow from 6.68 gigawatts in 2024 to 11.03 GW by 2029, says industry body.

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Norway’s Scatec appoints Sub-Saharan GM

Under Alberto Gambacorta’s leadership, Scatec will hone its focus on expanding its renewable energy portfolio in Southern Africa.

Mega battery energy storage projects in pipeline in SA

Independent power producers announce significant investments in battery energy storage projects in the North West and Northern Cape.

Terra Firma announces R1.3bn utility-scale solar project

The new solar energy build programme will deliver a combined 1 10MWp of wheeled energy services upon completion, says the firm.

SA gets R1.9bn loan to drive renewable energy

The European Investment Bank and DBSA provide R1.98 billion loan to SA, in addition to the R7.9 billion financing announced at COP27.

Green energy to support job creation in SA

South Africa has the highest job creation potential in Africa, with 275 000 new renewable energy jobs forecast by 2030.

Smart energy firm gets VC backing for its power-saving tech

Plentify will use the capital to push the adoption of its HotBot device.

R400bn renewable energy projects in pipeline, says president

Government is working to open the door to renewable energy, to strengthen the grid and create employment, says Cyril Ramaphosa.

Solar industry slams 10% duty on solar panels

The industry believes the duty will see costs being passed on to the already financially-constrained South African consumer.