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New hydrogen air compressor furthers hydrogen mobility

27th September 2024 A new hydrogen compressor designed to meet the growing demands of hydrogen mobility and the transition to the use of renewable energy has been unveiled. Atlas Copco says its H2Y hydrogen compressor system represents a comprehensive approach that optimises hydrogen mobility. 

Choice of hybrid power and sustainability solutions

20th September 2024 The availability of a variety of energy technologies, including solar, wind, steam and battery energy storage solutions, allows customers to consider various hybrid energy options to meet their sustainability goals, says WEG Africa CEO Eduardo Werninghaus. The company recently showcased its range... 

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WEG’s platform for calculating potential energy savings

New IPP energy service for South African firms

20th September 2024 A local independent power producer (IPP) has unveiled a new energy service designed to save businesses up to R60 million over a five-year period. South African IPP SOLA Group asserts that its offering is set to transform the local energy landscape, vastly increasing the availability of renewables... 

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SOLA Group delivers renewable energy to businesses

Innovative new energy storage system for South Africa's energy sector

6th September 2024 An energy storage system recently unveiled at a solar energy exhibition in Europe is being described as a solution for addressing South Africa’s  energy challenges such as loadshedding, load reduction, an unstable grid, and the need for increased renewable-energy integration. Sungrow’s commercial... 

Image of  Sungrow’s PowerStack 200CS
Sungrow’s PowerStack 200CS

State-of-the-art power solutions to be showcased

19th July 2024 The latest advancements in hybrid power solutions encompassing renewable energy and energy storage, as well as innovative electric motors and drive technology, will all be on display at this year’s Electra Mining Africa under the Zest WEG brand. “With our continued commitment to supporting our... 

Image of a display of WEG motors
A display of WEG motors

Smart energy solutions for South African households

28th June 2024 Global PV inverter and energy storage system provider Sungrow Power Supply Co. says it aims to meet the backup needs of South African homes especially during periods of loadshedding. The company says that its residential solutions provide reliable and sustainable energy solutions and after-sales... 

Image of a house lit up at night to show that Sungrow provides residential energy solutions
Sungrow provides residential energy solutions

Battery energy storage for microgrids

17th May 2024 A new battery energy storage system (BESS) engineered to be part of a flexible and scalable architecture, has recently been announced by Schneider Electric. The energy management and automation company says that BESS is the foundation for an integrated microgrid solution that is driven by its... 

Solar carport system maximises use of space

5th April 2024 A new, modular solar carport system featuring a slim yet stable design, with only one central support, has been developed to enable optimum use of parking areas. The single central support and self-supporting construction of the Schletter SunRide system means that no supporting or floor... 

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Schletter SunRide solar carport system from

Three-phase hybrid inverter for South African conditions 

20th March 2024 A new three-phase hybrid inverter that promises efficiency, reliability and user-friendly operation is tailored to meet the specific needs of the South African consumer, says global photovoltaic inverter and energy storage system supplier Sungrow. The SH15-25T with SBR offers enough power to... 

Sungrow’s three-phase inverter offers enough power for larger homes
Sungrow’s three-phase inverter offers enough power for larger homes

More solar power for shopping centre

7th December 2023 An additional 5.74 MW of solar power has been added to the fast-track project being undertaken at Eastgate Shopping Centre in Gauteng, while trading continues. As part of the ongoing work implemented by South African black-owned contractor Concor, another 30 000 m2 of solar photovoltaic (PV)... 

Image of Solar photovoltaic panels on the roof of Eastgate Shopping Centre
Solar photovoltaic panels on the roof of Eastgate Shopping Centre

Clips manage cables on solar power systems

7th December 2023 Cabling clips engineered to fasten cables beneath a photovoltaic (PV) solar module frame are regarded as essential for organising and securing AC and DC cables in all types of solar power systems. Specialist PV solar turnkey supplier Valsa Trading says its cable management clips are manufactured... 

Image of cabling clips from Valsa Trading
Cabling clips from Valsa Trading

High-tech wind turbine blade inspections

22nd November 2023 Swiss unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology company Sulzer Schmid has introduced its latest 3DX AutoPilot, upgraded with a new image capturing system and designed to ensure exceptionally clear inspection results. Mounted on a DJI Matrice M350 Enterprise drone, the new payload provides up to 61... 

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Sulzer Schmid AutoPilot, inspection drone in action

Further electrolyser capacity reserved for green hydrogen production

3rd August 2023 Another company has signed a reservation agreement for production capacities for thyssenkrupp nucera's  high-efficiency water electrolysers to produce green hydrogen. The company has contractually secured the supply of the standardized 20 MW scalum electrolysis modules with a total installed... 

Large-scale solar installation for local operation

22nd July 2023 Escalating power outages and rising diesel costs led Western Cape fruit packing facility Bella Frutta to seek a photovoltaic (PV) solution that could integrate with its existing diesel generators. Encompassing short-term bin storage, packing, finished product storage, and loadouts, the Ceres... 

Image of solar panels on roof of Bella Frutta fruit packing facility
Solar installation at Bella Frutta fruit packing facility

New solar products launched

12th July 2023 Germany-based Schletter Group, manufacturers of aluminum and steel photovoltaic (PV) mounting systems, recently unveiled a newly developed Agri-PV system and a solar carport. The company explains that its SolFarm Agri-PV system is designed to maximise both agricultural yield and energy output.... 

Image of Schletter’s SunRide carport and SolFarm Agri-PV systems
Schletter’s SunRide carport and SolFarm Agri-PV systems

Green hydrogen electrolyser renamed

15th June 2023 thyssenkrupp nucera has introduced a new product name for its green hydrogen production solution. The 20 MW module will now be called ‘scalum’ – derived from the term ‘scale’ and demonstrating the product’s scalability, interconnecting multiple modules to very high plant capacities. The company... 

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thyssenkrupp nucera has named its 20 MW electrolysis module scalum

Locally built transformers for solar plant

2nd June 2023 Locally manufactured specialised transformers were recently supplied to a solar power generating facility developed by a South African gold mine. Zest WEG sales manager: transformers Rynard Potgieter explains that factors such as harmonics or ‘noise’ in the current flow mean that solar... 

Image of the MV and LV terminal boxes of the 5 MVA PV transformers
The MV and LV terminal boxes of the 5 MVA PV transformers

New hybrid inverter range for SA

18th May 2023 A hybrid inverter was recently launched in South Africa by Ginlong (Solis) Technologies. The S6 Advanced Power hybrid inverter features added generator connection and control functions, and is said to work as a fully independent power centre, designed to specifically meet the needs of the South... 

Image of the S6 Advanced Power hybrid inverter range from Solis
The S6 Advanced Power hybrid inverter range from Solis

Expanded solar capacity for shopping centre

18th May 2023 South African contractor Concor is undertaking a solar power expansion project for Liberty Two Degrees at its Eastgate shopping centre in Johannesburg. The project is set to add an additional 5.74 MW  to the existing 1 MW solar power plant at the centre. According to Concor contract manager... 

Image of construction on roof top to show Concor’s solar power expansion project at Eastgate shopping centre
Concor’s solar power expansion project at Eastgate shopping centre

High performance solar panels now available in SA

11th May 2023 SOLARWORLD Africa has recently partnered with China-based tier 1 solar panel manufacturer Risen Energy to import its Hyper-ion hetero-junction cell technology (HJT) solar modules designed to operate at high temperatures and generate 5.61% more electricity every year compared to a standard mono... 

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Risen Energy Hyper-ion HJT solar modules imported by SOLARWORLD Africa

Efficient energy storage systems for industrial equipment

11th March 2023 In an effort to mitigate the effects of interrupted power and ensure business sustainability, Rand-Air has added efficient energy storage systems to its hire fleet, delivering a clean energy hybrid solution to customers. “Reinforcing our commitment to providing customers with clean rental... 

Image of the ZenergiZe energy storage system from Rand-Air
The ZenergiZe energy storage system from Rand-Air

Ensuring uninterrupted power for mines

24th February 2023 A combination of photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage is said to be more effective than diesel-driven generators to supplement energy requirements and prevent production losses as a result of energy disruptions in the mining industry. Huawei FusionSolar smart PV and energy storage system (ESS)... 

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SOLARWORLD supplies FusionSolar Smart PV solutions

Unlocking the power of solar

25th November 2022 Innovative new technology is helping to provide greater levels of solar generating efficiency, says specialist importer and distributor of solar and photovoltaic (PV) products and solutions SOLARWORLD Africa. The company asserts that the entry of Qcells and Q.ANTUM DUO Z technology presents a... 

Image of Q.Peak Duo PV panels from SOLARWORLD
Q.Peak Duo PV panels from SOLARWORLD

Advanced power solutions help OEMs through the energy transition

12th November 2022 A range of innovations designed to address the needs of original-equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and customers, was recently on show at the bauma construction and mining machinery trade fair held in Germany. Perkins highlights several solutions it displayed at the show, including highly... 

Image of Perkins 48 V and 600 V batteries
Perkins 48 V and 600 V batteries

Lithium-ion batteries for off-highway equipment

4th November 2022 The development of a range of 48 V, 300 V, and 600 V batteries for the off-highway industry was recently announced. Caterpillar’s battery development programme aims to help third-party original-equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and equipment owners transition to low carbon operations. 

Image of two Caterpillar batteries for the off-highway industry
Caterpillar has developed a range of batteries for the off-highway industry

Ammonia solutions reduce costs and CO2 emissions

21st October 2022 Climate-friendly production solutions that help reduce greenhouse-gas emissions are increasingly being brought into focus as companies aim to decarbonise operations. To this end, thyssenkrupp Uhde has developed an ammonia production solution based on renewable feedstocks that it says is 100%... 

thyssenkrupp Uhde electrolysis plants
thyssenkrupp Uhde electrolysis plants

World’s first 65t electric truck showcased

14th October 2022 Sandvik’s pioneering 65 t battery electric truck was recently on display at Electra Mining Africa. The 65 t TH665B battery electric vehicle (BEV) was introduced to the African market before being sent to Australia for intensive site testing. According to Sandvik strategy and commercial VP Jakob... 

Image of Sandvik’s 65 t battery electric truck
Sandvik’s 65 t battery electric truck

Affordable solar now within reach

30th September 2022 Technological advances and pioneering solutions are making solar power more affordable and accessible to both households and businesses.  Versofy Solar asserts that its innovative solution will allow South Africans from all walks of life to achieve energy independence by using a flexible,... 

Image of solar panels on a roof to show that Versofy Solar delivers solar installations on a subscription basis
Versofy Solar delivers solar installations on a subscription basis

Battery solutions for mining industry

13th September 2022 Energy costs are a large part of a mine’s total operating costs and South African mining companies are looking at innovative ways to reduce dependency on grid power, increase productivity, reduce operating costs, and be more environment friendly, says energy solutions provider First National... 

Variety of images to illustrate that First National Battery provides battery solutions for renewable and solar energy applications
First National Battery provides battery solutions for the mining industry

Energy storage systems offer green solutions

4th August 2022 Atlas Copco asserts that its ZenergiZe range of battery energy storage systems offer a clean, efficient and cost-effective solution to capturing and storing renewable energy.  It is said to be an ideal short-term solution in applications where there is no access to grid power or where there are... 

Image of Atlas Copco's ZenergiZe energy storage system
Atlas Copco's ZenergiZe energy storage system

If you are an entrepreneur working on a hardware or hardware-enhanced solution that focuses on global circular economy challenges, then we want to work with you

By: Creamer Media Reporter      11th July 2022 Savant, in partnership with Sibanye-Stillwater iXS, are looking for the next generation of South African innovators disrupting sectors such as greentech, renewable energy, agritech, medtech, and IoT, to join the Sibanye-Stillwater and Savant BUILD programme.  

Simple solar solutions for energy-strapped communities

9th July 2022 Two new solar power solutions were recently launched at the Alliance for Rural Electricity’s (ARE’s) Energy Access Investment Forum 2022 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Designed to withstand extensive use for a wide range of power needs, the new solar products from Schneider Electric are aimed at... 

Image of Schneider Electric's Homaya Pro solar-hybrid inverter and Mobiya solar lantern
Schneider Electric's Homaya Pro solar-hybrid inverter and Mobiya solar lantern

Business model supports net-zero ambitions

26th May 2022 A new business model is designed to support customers in identifying and implementing the solutions needed to decarbonise power systems, taking into consideration long-term planning and carbon dioxide (CO2) emission reduction targets. The technology group Wärtsilä says that its strategy for... 

Image of wind and solar farm to illustrate Wärtsilä's Decarbonisation Services business model helps achieve emission reduction targets
Wärtsilä's Decarbonisation Services business model helps achieve emission reduction targets

Carbon Calculator helps mines to quantify and reduce carbon emissions

22nd April 2022 A reduction in fossil fuel carbon emissions is recognised as a major challenge for carbon-intensive industries such as mining and there is a growing use of innovative technologies to achieve this aim. "Accelerated net-zero mining starts with clever technology applied to carbon footprint," says... 

Image of mine site to show that MaxMine’s Carbon Calculator tool helps miners  quantify and reduce carbon emissions
MaxMine’s Carbon Calculator tool helps miners quantify and reduce carbon emissions

Latest material‑optimised mounting solutions revealed

22nd April 2022 A number of innovative new products will be on show at the upcoming Intersolar 2022 in Munich, Germany. Among the exhibitors will be the solar mounting system manufacturer Schletter Group, presenting its latest products and solutions, that are said to focus on the use of less material, better... 

image of solar panel to show that Schletter Group has introduced material optimised mounting solutions
Schletter Group has introduced material optimised mounting solutions

Africa is in many ways at the forefront of global decarbonisation

30th March 2022 It may be surprising to discover that Africa is in some ways at the forefront of global decarbonisation. In the same way that Africa leapfrogged the telecommunications transition – moving from no phones to mobile phones for many consumers, skipping the landline – Africa is currently leapfrogging... 

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Hybrid solar solutions offer affordable, reliable power 

18th March 2022 Lower-cost components and lease-to-own offerings are putting rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) systems within reach of more South Africans looking for a reliable power solution capable of operating for extended periods of time. The US National Renewable Energy Laboratory, or NREL, reports that the... 

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Wetility offers rooftop solar and PV systems

Digital platform connects electricity producers and consumers

11th March 2022 A new digital platform aims to help clients source alternative means of energy production by offering guidance related to technical decisions, the selection of installation partners and legal and funding solutions. Standard Bank Group’s PowerPulse platform facilitates navigation of the solar... 

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