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Guide to going solar in South Africa

Thinking of going solar to beat the energy crisis? Find out what your options are, how much it costs, and how to secure solar financing. Everything Counts | Ep 22: Guide to Going Solar in South Africa In this episode, 702’s Motheo Khoaripe is joined by De Wet Taljaard (Technical Advisor at Investec Sustainable Solutions), Kirk […]

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) has issued a tender for the installation of a 30kW-rooftop solar PV system at the Administration Building of the Harold Porter National Botanical Garden in Betty’s Bay.

Deadline: 13 June 2025 A compulsory briefing session will take place on the 5 June 2025, at 11am at the Harold Porter National Botanical Garden in Betty’s Bay, Nivenia Hall. This specification covers the supply, delivery, installation, wiring, commissioning, testing and handing over in complete working order for immediate use. A guarantee for 12 months […]

People with solar power in South Africa should stress-test their systems

By Kirsten Minnaar With winter approaching, experts advise South Africans with solar panels to consider stress testing their energy systems. Although Eskom’s performance has significantly improved in the last year, the recent bouts of load-shedding reminded South Africans that blackouts remain a reality. This includes implementing stage 2 load-shedding, which Electricity and Energy Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa […]