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Solar power

24 Jan 2024

New data reveals solar’s growing market share in South Africa 

By Staff Writer

Gauteng residents have experienced some of the worst blackouts in the country, which has resulted in many homeowners having no choice but to go off-grid.

16 Aug 2023

Expert tips to protect your solar system against winter weather hazards

By Staff Writer

Severe weather such as sudden cold snaps and the recent unexpected bout of snow in many parts of South Africa have sparked some discussion around whether home solar systems are at risk.  Extreme weather can both permanently damages solar systems and substantially lower power generation capabilities. However, the extent of winter weather damage is determined...
30 Mar 2023

Small businesses urged to ‘go solar’ following the 2023 Budget Speech

By Staff Writer

Business Partners recommends local small businesses to consider installing solar energy systems for business continuity and tax benefits.
09 Mar 2023

Solar Expert Weighs In On President’s Plan To Reduce Loadshedding

By Staff Writer

Home solar is still South Africa’s most reasonable short-term solution to the growing energy crisis, notes solar expert Rein Snoeck Henkemans, Managing Director of Alumo Energy. Of the five key interventions outlined by President Cyril Ramaphosa during his 2023 State of the Nation Address (SoNA), home and business solar generation is the only immediately available,...
15 Feb 2023

3 Steps to Commissioning a Photovoltaic system for maximum performance

By Staff Writer

Renewable energy Despite great engineering, no system is failproof. That’s where commissioning comes in, establishing a baseline of performance for customer acceptance and follow-on maintenance. Commissioning is important not only for photovoltaic (PV) system performance, but also for the longevity of equipment, safety, ROI, and warranties.  Fluke, locally represented by Comtest, is experiencing increasing demand...
16 Aug 2022

Solar Power in a League of its Own

By Staff Writer

SOLARWORLD Africa (Pty) Ltd has partnered with Meyer Burger Technology AG, a European manufacturer of high-performance solar cells and modules.

09 Mar 2022

Environmental sustainability at the heart of new hospital design

By Staff Writer

Solar Power, advanced energy, water and waste management systems, integral building design elements, and materials are some of the green initiatives that form part of the environmentally sustainable approach to healthcare at the new ultramodern Netcare Alberton Hospital, which will open to patients in April this year.
30 Jun 2021

Why businesses must beware of cutting corners when they decide to go off grid

By Staff Writer

The recent announcement by the President to lift the limit on the self-generation of power from one megawatt (MW) to 100MW, is a gamechanger for industries such as mining, farming, retail, healthcare and manufacturing. But, says Old Mutual Insure, while is likely that more companies may follow suit in the coming months, businesses must be...
04 May 2021

The new Ekhaya Mall opens in Embalenhle, Mpumalanga

By Staff Writer

The Ekhaya Mall opened today to bring long-awaited shopping convenience to the community of Embalenhle, Secunda, in the coalfields of Mpumalanga. The Ekhaya Mall is a development by S-Identity Holdings and co-owned by S-Identity Holdings, Cashbuild South Africa and Nomatiki Trading Enterprise. A significant investment distinguished by excellent retail property fundamentals, from its unmissable visibility...
30 Nov 2020

Atterbury’s new Castle Gate Lifestyle Centre now open

By Staff Writer

The first phase of the prime new multi-billion Rand Castle Gate mixed-use precinct development in Pretoria, Castle Gate Lifestyle Centre, opened 26 November 2020. Castle Gate is being co-developed by Atterbury Property Fund (APF) and The Carl Erasmus Trust. APF is co-owned by leading property developer and investor Atterbury, its management and founders as well as Talis Investment Partners. Founded in Pretoria, Atterbury has...
04 Nov 2020

Rent-to-own solar solutions for businesses

By Staff Writer

Ellies Electronics announced its partnership with asset finance services business, the Rental Company to provide businesses with rent-to-own solar solutions. “An increasing number of businesses are looking for alternative energy solutions; in the midst of increasing electricity tariffs and the unpredictability of the national power grid;” says Shaun Prithivirajh, Chief Executive Officer of Ellies Electronics. Kinder to the environment Alternative...
28 Aug 2020

Keep the lights on during load shedding

By Staff Writer

While the recent move to level 2 of the national lockdown has been widely welcomed, many businesses have encouraged their employees to continue working from home as the country comes to grips with COVID-19. However, the reintroduction of load shedding due to the strain on the national power grid has often made working from home...
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