Nuclear sites: Eskom’s requests gazetted
Johannesburg – The notice of Eskom’s applications for the two nuclear power station sites has been gazetted, with calls for public comment.
Electricity blackout warning if carbon reduction goal to be met
There is a rising threat of power outages over the next decade if Australia is to meet its global carbon reduction commitment, which will force the closure of brown and black coal power stations across the eastern states.
Power lines made safer for vultures
After years of campaigning for the mitigating of power lines surrounding the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve in the Cradle of Humankind, vulture rehabilitation group VulPro finally saw bird spirals fitted to the power lines running through and next to the reserve.
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Eskom should switch on to sharing power load
THE discussion on Eskom’s future reignited after it stated that it did not want to sign further contracts with renewable energy Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and reached levels last seen during the dark days of load shedding. Many commentators “now” see that Eskom’s capacity to deliver on multiple projects is an issue.
SA energy solutions provider sheds light on independent power programme
Eskom’s recent reluctance to continue with the Department of Energy’s (DoE) independent power producers programme (IPPP) has raised several questions.
Breaking news: Eskom tariff increase set aside
Effect on customers not yet clear. Chamber calls it ‘a massive win for electricity users in South Africa’.
IPP programme beneficial for South Africa
Given the environmental and economic benefits of South Africa’s independent power producer (IPP) programme, its continuation and growth will best serve South Africa’s energy needs, says energy solutions provider Energy Partners head of business development Andre Agenbag.
Botswana eyes IPPs, hopes to cut reliance on Eskom
Johannesburg – Botswana has passed a law opening up electricity generation to the private sector, which could reduce its reliance on South Africa.
