A consortium of European and local energy companies is planning to build a massive 810MW wind farm off the coast of Richards Bay, with wind turbines taller than the country’s largest skyscrapers. More than 30 land-based wind farms have been built along the windy Cape coastline and in other parts of the country, but there … Continue reading Plan for South Africa’s first offshore wind farm takes shape
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Wind power in South Africa gains momentum with 1.3 GW under construction
The wind energy industry is hoping to take centre stage in the country’s efforts towards a just energy transition with 1.3 gigawatts of wind projects currently in construction. Speaking at the conclusion of the Windaba 2024 conference on Thursday, South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) CEO Niveshen Govender said over the past decade, wind energy … Continue reading Wind power in South Africa gains momentum with 1.3 GW under construction
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Mainstream Renewable Power reaches financial close on 50 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) plant to provide new flexible PPAs to private customers in South Africa
Mainstream Renewable Power (“Mainstream”), the pureplay global wind and solar company, has reached financial close on its 50 MW Ilikwa solar PV plant. The power from the plant will supply multiple private commercial and industrial customers under flexible, shorter-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) in a new-to-market product called Renewable Energy Supply Agreements (“RESAs”). This new … Continue reading Mainstream Renewable Power reaches financial close on 50 MW solar photovoltaic (PV) plant to provide new flexible PPAs to private customers in South Africa
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Redstone, the first Tower Concentrated Solar Power plant in South Africa is completed
The California start-up SolarReserve had initially developed the project in 2014, competing during the early years of South Africa’s Concentrated Solar Power push, but it was delayed time after time by South Africa’s indecisive renewable permitting, and after the Crescent Dunes tank failure bankrupted SolarReserve, it was ultimately taken over by Saudi Concentrating Solar Power … Continue reading Redstone, the first Tower Concentrated Solar Power plant in South Africa is completed
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Giant batteries to store wind energy and photovoltaic solar power can speed up South Africa’s energy transition
South Africa is at a pivotal moment in its energy transition: trying to decarbonise its economy (move away from coal) and make sure that everyone has access to reliable and affordable energy. Storage of renewable energy is very important for this transition. Solar and wind power are not available all the time. To keep the … Continue reading Giant batteries to store wind energy and photovoltaic solar power can speed up South Africa’s energy transition
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Vestas wins order for 144 MW of wind energy in South Africa
Renewable energy producer African Clean Energy Developments (ACED) has placed an order for 144 MW for the Khangela Emoyeni wind farm, to be located in the Western Cape, South Africa. The contract includes the supply and installation of 32 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines, as well as a 10-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) service … Continue reading Vestas wins order for 144 MW of wind energy in South Africa
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acciona.org launches first South African photovoltaic project with school electrification
The acciona.org foundation has launched its first project in South Africa with the commissioning of a solar-plus-storage plant that guarantees clean, stable and affordable electricity supply to the Bakerville primary school in the town of Gouda. The 19.8kWp photovoltaic plant with a 20.4kWh battery ensures that more than 650 primary school students can attend classes … Continue reading acciona.org launches first South African photovoltaic project with school electrification
Continue readingVestas wins 144 MW wind power order in South Africa
Renewable energy producer African Clean Energy Developments (ACED) has placed an order for 144 MW for the Umsinde Emoyeni wind farm, which will be located in the Western Cape, South Africa. The contract includes the supply and installation of 32 V163-4.5 MW wind turbines, as well as a 10-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) … Continue reading Vestas wins 144 MW wind power order in South Africa
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AMEA Power reaches financial close on 120 MW Doornhoek photovoltaic project in South Africa
The project was first awarded to a consortium consisting of AMEA Power and local partners through bidding period 6. The project received debt financing of $100 million (approximately ZAR1.8 billion) from Standard Bank South Africa, while the Industrial Development Corporation provided equity financing of $8 million (approximately ZAR150 million) to the partners. locals, Ziyanda Energy … Continue reading AMEA Power reaches financial close on 120 MW Doornhoek photovoltaic project in South Africa
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City of Cape Town wins Atlantis Solar Photovoltaic tender
The City of Cape Town has been awarded with a tender of Atlantis solar photovoltaic (PV) plant. The construction of the project will begin in August 2024, as planned and will be completed with the coming 12 months. Reportedly, city’s first grid-connected 7MW solar plant, is one of its interventions to end the load, shedding … Continue reading City of Cape Town wins Atlantis Solar Photovoltaic tender
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Nordex receives orders for 295 MW of wind from EDF Renewables in South Africa
At the end of March, EDF Renewables (South Africa), a subsidiary of EDF Renouveables and Electricité de France (EDF), placed orders with the Nordex Group for two wind energy projects in South Africa. The Korosun 2 cluster, formed by the Umsobomvu and Hartebeesthoek projects, will comprise 50 N163/5.X wind turbines with a total capacity of … Continue reading Nordex receives orders for 295 MW of wind from EDF Renewables in South Africa
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South Africa’s photovoltaic (PV) market expected to reach 10.27 GW by 2029
The future of South Africa’s energy landscape is becoming greener, with a new report from Mordor Intelligence predicting a rise in the solar photovoltaic (PV) market. The report, titled “South Africa Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Market Size and Share Analysis: Growth Trends and Forecasts (2024 – 2029),” forecasts a market size jump of 6.05 gigawatts (GW) … Continue reading South Africa’s photovoltaic (PV) market expected to reach 10.27 GW by 2029
Continue readingNordex wins order for 336 MW of wind power in South Africa
Nordex has secured an order to supply and install 57 N163/5.X Delta4000 series wind turbines in South Africa. The order also includes a Service contract for the maintenance of the wind turbines. The order refers to a set of three wind farms of 112.1 MW each. The wind farms are located in the Eastern Cape … Continue reading Nordex wins order for 336 MW of wind power in South Africa
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Mainstream reaches financial close on 97.5 MW solar photovoltaic plant with corporate PPAs in South Africa
Mainstream Renewable Power (“Mainstream”), the pureplay global wind and solar company, has reached financial close on a 97.5 MW solar PV farm which has 20-year Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with Sasol and Air Liquide, in South Africa. Construction of the solar PV farm, which is located in the Free State province, will start this … Continue reading Mainstream reaches financial close on 97.5 MW solar photovoltaic plant with corporate PPAs in South Africa
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South Africa’s central province bets on photovoltaic solar energy
The South African province of Gauteng is moving ahead with plans to establish a solar park with a capacity of at least 800 megawatts (MW) that will be connected to the national grid. According to Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi, the long-term plan with Sibanye-Stillwater Town Council already has approval for the lease of land to … Continue reading South Africa’s central province bets on photovoltaic solar energy
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South Africa’s big plan to end load shedding is seriously flawed
South Africa experienced unprecedented electricity shortages in 2023 as ageing coal plants became increasingly prone to breakdowns. The country urgently needs to develop new electricity generation facilities and reduce reliance on coal power. In the first week of 2024, the South African energy minister, Gwede Mantashe, released a proposed roadmap for the future of electricity in South … Continue reading South Africa’s big plan to end load shedding is seriously flawed
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Vestas wins 108 MW wind power order in South Africa
Independent power producer Red Rocket has placed an order for 108 MW for the Witberg wind farm, which will be located in the Western Cape, South Africa. The contract includes the supply and installation of 24 V136-4.5 MW wind turbines, as well as a 15-year Active Output Management 5000 (AOM 5000) agreement. “Red Rocket recently … Continue reading Vestas wins 108 MW wind power order in South Africa
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China’s wind farm project in South Africa
A wind power project has created more than 700 local jobs and helped improve the living standards of local people in the town of De Aar, South Africa. At 6:30 a.m. every morning in De Aar, a small town more than 750 km northeast of Cape Town, the legislative capital of South Africa, Deswin Basson … Continue reading China’s wind farm project in South Africa
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South Africa Now Has Over 10 GW of Wind & Solar Generation Capacity
South Africa’s energy generation shortfall issues have been well documented here on CleanTechnica and in other forums. This has led to unprecedented electricity rationing in the country, infamously known as electricity load-shedding. South Africa has an electricity generation capacity of about 50,000 MW, dominated by the national power utility company Eskom’s coal power plants. A … Continue reading South Africa Now Has Over 10 GW of Wind & Solar Generation Capacity
Continue readingUnlocking the Potential of Wind Energy in South Africa’s Energy Market
South Africa’s energy market is at a critical juncture, as the country faces a growing demand for electricity and a need to diversify its energy mix to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. One of the most promising solutions to this challenge lies in harnessing the power of the wind, a resource that is abundant in … Continue reading Unlocking the Potential of Wind Energy in South Africa’s Energy Market
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