The combined allocation was shared between seven onshore wind energy bidders (787 MW), six solar photovolatic (PV) projects (450 MW), a 16.5 MW biomass project, a 18 MW landfill-gas bidder and two concentrated solar power (CSP) bidders (200 MW). A consortium led by Spanish firm Abengoa has been chosen to build a second 100 MW … Continue reading South Africa names more preferred renewables bidders
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Ka Xu Solar One Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant gets EUR 210 million EIB backing
The European Investment Bank has agreed to provide R2,8 billion (EUR210 million) for construction of the Ka Xu Solar One concentrating solar power plant north of Pofadder in the Northern Cape. The European Investment Bank has agreed to provide R2,8 billion (EUR210 million) for construction of the Ka Xu Solar One concentrating solar power (CSP)
Continue readingSouth Africa lines up Africa’s biggest concentrated solar power (CSP) complex
A consortium led by Spanish company Abengoa has been selected as a preferred bidder by South Africa’s Department of Energy to build a second 100 megawatt (MW) concentrating solar power (CSP) plant near Pofadder. The department is scheduled to officially announce the preferred bidders on Monday for the third round of its renewable energy programme … Continue reading South Africa lines up Africa’s biggest concentrated solar power (CSP) complex
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Enel Green Power awarded 513 MW in South Africa photovoltaic and wind energy auction
These projects mark a significant step forward in Enel Green Power growth strategy in Africa. Enel Green Power (EGP) has been awarded with the right to sign energy supply contracts with the South Africa utility Eskom for 314 MWp of solar projects and 199 MW of wind projects (for a total of 513 MW) in … Continue reading Enel Green Power awarded 513 MW in South Africa photovoltaic and wind energy auction
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China Longyuan Power wins 244 MW wind energy projects in South Africa
China Longyuan Power has been awarded bids for two wind power projects totaling 244MW by the Department of Energy, South Africa (DOE) under the third round of the South African government’s Renewable Energy Procurement Programme. To be jointly developed by China Longyuan Power, Mulilo Renewable Energy and Black Community Company, the two projects are the … Continue reading China Longyuan Power wins 244 MW wind energy projects in South Africa
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Abengoa and Cobra (ACS) was awarded two Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plants in South Africa
This Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) is located 35 kilometers east of the town of Upington in the Northern Cape region. ACS, through its subsidiary Cobra, has been selected by the consortium Ilangalethu for construction, operation and maintenance of a Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) plant in South Africa that will be executed under a turnkey contract … Continue reading Abengoa and Cobra (ACS) was awarded two Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plants in South Africa
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Mainstream Renewable Power inks giant South African wind energy deal
Mainstream Renewable Power has emerged as one of the big winners in the latest round of renewable energy projects to be announced by the South African government. The government confirmed yesterday that “preferred bidders” have been selected for 17 renewable energy projects that are expected to deliver around 1.5GW of capacity. The projects include seven … Continue reading Mainstream Renewable Power inks giant South African wind energy deal
Continue readingAbengoa will develop a new 100 MW Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant in South Africa
Abengoa strengthens its position in South Africa with this new oncentrating Solar Power (CSP) plant that will be part of the largest solar thermal complex in Africa. The parabolic trough CSP plant will have a cutting-edge storage system, being able to generate electricity for five hours after the sunset. Abengoa (MCE: ABG.B/P SM /NASDAQ: ABGB), the … Continue reading Abengoa will develop a new 100 MW Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant in South Africa
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South Africa: 2 Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Projects Awarded in Window 3 of the REIPPPP
Today, 29 October 2013, the Department of Energy sent letters of appointment to 17 preferred bidders, two of which were for Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) projects. “The Department received 93 Bid Responses on the Third Bid Submission Date. The Department has today, 29 October 2013, sent letters of appointment as Preferred Bidders to 17 … Continue reading South Africa: 2 Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) Projects Awarded in Window 3 of the REIPPPP
Continue readingRenewable Energy to represent 12% of South Africa's energy mix in 2020
Citing the nation's renewable energy solicitations, Frost & Sullivan (Mountain View, California, U.S.) forecasts that renewable energy will grow from 1% of South Africa's energy supply in 2012 to 12% in 2020. The Renewable Energy Power Purchase Agreement (REIPPP) aims to procure 3.725 GW of electricity from renewable energy by 2020. The program has already … Continue reading Renewable Energy to represent 12% of South Africa's energy mix in 2020
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France is to lend
France is to lend €100-million (R1.3-billion) to South African state company Eskom to help finance a 100 megawatt (MW) concentrated solar power plant near Upington in the Northern Cape. Eskom and the French Development Agency (AFD) agreed on Monday night, during French President Francois Hollande's state visit to South Africa, to facilitate the signing of … Continue reading France is to lend
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Eskom wind farm takes shape in South Africa
The parts for the 46 wind turbines making up this R2.7-billion project include 53m blades, 29m-high tower sections and 11.4m-long nacelles – cover housings containing all the generating components including the generator, gearbox, drive train, and brake assembly – weighing just over 80 tons each. Eskom said in response to questions by the Cape Argus … Continue reading Eskom wind farm takes shape in South Africa
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LM Wind Power to establish South African factory
Leading blade supplier to the wind industry, LM Wind Power, confirmed its intentions to expand its manufacturing base to the African continent. In 2011, LM Wind Power signed a cooperation agreement with Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) to jointly work to establish local manufacturing of blades to reduce costs for wind turbine manufacturers, make wind energy … Continue reading LM Wind Power to establish South African factory
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Nordex wind energy projects in South Africa
Anne Henschel, Nordex Energy South Africa managing director has provided an update on the construction at two wind farms the company is involved in and the commencement of a third project in the Eastern Cape. On completion, these farms will supply 314.4 MW. As part of the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement (REIPPP) programme, … Continue reading Nordex wind energy projects in South Africa
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Start of construction ceremony of Bokpoort, a 50 MW concentrated solar power (CSP) plant in South Africa
The SENER group attended the start of construction ceremony for the Concentrating Solar Power (CSP) plant of Bokpoort (South Africa), held on Wednesday 25 September. how to treat chicken pox The SENER engineering and technology group attended the start of construction ceremony for the construction of the thermosolar power plant of Bokpoort (South Africa), held … Continue reading Start of construction ceremony of Bokpoort, a 50 MW concentrated solar power (CSP) plant in South Africa
Continue readingACWA Power set to start on concentrated solar power (CSP) plant in South Africa
The Bokpoort Concentrated Solar Power Plant will add socio-economic value to the area, with about $2m of additional investments each year and 60 permanent employment opportunities during its operational life. ACWA Power International, a Saudi-based operator of power and desalinated water plants, is set to begin construction of the $525m Bokpoort Concentrating Solar Power Park … Continue reading ACWA Power set to start on concentrated solar power (CSP) plant in South Africa
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Over 167,000 solar panels installed in five months at De Aar solar project
In the first half of September 2013, the 50 MW De Aar Solar Power installed its final solar panel. Over 167,000 solar panels have been installed on the project in the last five months, making it one of the few independent power producers (IPPs) of this scale, to reach this construction target in the Northern … Continue reading Over 167,000 solar panels installed in five months at De Aar solar project
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Wind energy in South Africa
South Africa has 16 wind farms that have been given the go-ahead or are under construction, ranging in size from 20.6 MW to 138 MW and totalling 1,296.5 MW of generation capacity. South Africa’s wind energy projects include Eskom’s 100 MW Sere wind farm, eight projects that got their go-ahead in the first round of … Continue reading Wind energy in South Africa
Continue readingAbengoa completes tower construction for Khi Solar One CSP plant
Abengoa designs, constructs and operates its own plants, and is one of the few companies that uses both parabolic trough and tower technology. Abengoa (MCE: ABG.B), the company that develops innovative technology solutions for sustainable development in the energy and environment sectors, together with project partners Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) and the Khi Community Trust, … Continue reading Abengoa completes tower construction for Khi Solar One CSP plant
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Vestas wins largest South African wind energy order from EDF
Innowind orders 35 V112-3.0 MW wind turbines for three different wind power plants at the Eastern Cape. Vestas is pleased to announce a firm and unconditional order for 105 MW from a consortium led by Innowind, an 80 per cent affiliate of EDF EN for the wind power plants Chaba, Waainek and Grassridge. The co-investors … Continue reading Vestas wins largest South African wind energy order from EDF
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