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SAWEA hails decade of clean energy in the country – Gqeberha in the News

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SAWEA hails decade of clean energy in the country: May is National Energy Month in South Africa and, as the renewable energy sector commemorates a decade of clean power in the country, industry organisation the South Africa Wind Energy Association ... Source: "Gqeberha" - BingNews. Win tickets to Jazzart Dance Theatre's Changing Tides at Artscape: However, all of that is about to change with the creative industry slowly finding its feet again, and heralded by the forthcoming production … [Read more...] about SAWEA hails decade of clean energy in the country – Gqeberha in the News

AIDC EC warns on energy tariff increases

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The Automotive Industry Development Centre in the Eastern Cape (AIDCEC) has warned that the electricity tariff increase of 15% effective from April 1, will slam the brake on the South African automotive supply chain's drive for greater levels of global competitiveness. The AIDCEC says rising input costs could stunt growth in volumes and particularly in exports, which in turn would make it difficult for the automotive sector to achieve targets for the country relating to inclusiveness, … [Read more...] about AIDC EC warns on energy tariff increases

What is an Energy Performance Certificate? – MyPR.co.za

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What is an Energy Performance Certificate?: The Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy has, under section 19(1) (b) of the National Energy Act published regulations for the mandatory display and submission of Energy Performance Certificates for buildings in Notice 700 of Government Gazette 43792 of 8 December 2020. BA Systems for Building Management Systems and Energy Performance Certificate Support In Brief: If you own or are responsible for a building which has a total net floor area of … [Read more...] about What is an Energy Performance Certificate? – MyPR.co.za

Ramaphosa’s recovery plan: A tipping point for energy and infrastructure – or another missed opportunity? – Port Elizabeth Business News

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Ramaphosa’s recovery plan: A tipping point for energy and infrastructure – or another missed opportunity?: The central question which ought to be asked of Ramaphosa’s recovery plan is this: Does it chart a new way forward that will lead to the rollout of infrastructure that is economically sustainable and, ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Spar’s unwavering support for the community continues: From a charity golf day to a women's road race and a wheelchair drive, Spar Eastern … [Read more...] about Ramaphosa’s recovery plan: A tipping point for energy and infrastructure – or another missed opportunity? – Port Elizabeth Business News

Even more reasons to #BuyLocal as Twizza Energy and Clark &Sons scoop top honours – MyPR.co.za

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Even more reasons to #BuyLocal as Twizza Energy and Clark &Sons scoop top honours: Johannesburg, 14 October  2020 – While life and sport may have taken a back seat during the COVID-19 Lockdown, there was still huge opportunities for local heroes to win awards in their respective fields. Queenstown-based soft drink producer, Twizza, has just done so scooping Double Gold, Gold and Silver at the Aurora International Taste Challenge 2020 and placing another feather in their already proudly … [Read more...] about Even more reasons to #BuyLocal as Twizza Energy and Clark &Sons scoop top honours – MyPR.co.za

Africa oil and power conference to focus on LNG, renewable energy – Port Elizabeth Business News

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Africa oil and power conference to focus on LNG, renewable energy: South Africa’s first LNG hub is set to be developed at the Coega special economic zone in Port Elizabeth, while Equatorial Guinea is pioneering gas development and trade in West and Central Africa. Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. England take two wickets to leave SA in trouble: An unbeaten 135 from 22-year-old Ollie Pope, his maiden test ton, and 120 from Ben Stokes helped England achieve the fourth-highest test … [Read more...] about Africa oil and power conference to focus on LNG, renewable energy – Port Elizabeth Business News

Solving Africa’s Energy Poverty Crisis

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Energy poverty, or the lack of access to electricity and other basic energy services, affects nearly two-thirds of Sub-Saharan Africa. As the region's population continues to increase, so will the need to build a new energy system to grow with it, says Rose M. Mutiso. In a bold talk, she discusses how a balanced mix of solutions like solar, wind farms, geothermal power and modern grids could create a high-energy future for Africa -- providing reliable electricity, creating jobs and raising … [Read more...] about Solving Africa’s Energy Poverty Crisis

Angolan Energy Exec Pugliese Says NJ Ayuk’s New Book Connects Governance and Gas Monetization with African Advancement

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Angolan Energy Exec Pugliese Says NJ Ayuk’s New Book Connects Governance and Gas Monetization with African Advancement: “Bribery is not a smart business model.” Leading African energy attorney NJ Ayuk maintains that corruption in all its forms is one of the most significant barriers to business growth on the continent. Ayuk’s position, which he elaborates on in his new book, Billions at Play: The Future of African Energy and Doing Deals, has earned the support of Sergio … [Read more...] about Angolan Energy Exec Pugliese Says NJ Ayuk’s New Book Connects Governance and Gas Monetization with African Advancement

Nay for fossil fuel, yea for renewable energy – Solar Power

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This image referencing 'Solar Power' is courtesy of Flickr. Click on the name of the Flickr account holder below the photograph to see more images. Nay for fossil fuel, yea for renewable energy Image by PeterThoeny Thank you for visiting - ? with gratitude! Fave if you like it, add comments below, get beautiful HDR prints at qualityHDR.com. Last month we stayed in Tonopah, Nevada. North-west of the town is a 110 megawatt solar thermal power plant called Crescent Dunes Solar Energy … [Read more...] about Nay for fossil fuel, yea for renewable energy – Solar Power

PE Business News: Mestosync Energy eyes $15bn Coega plant

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Promote your business on BuyPE and MyPR. Mestosync Energy eyes bn Coega plant: Three Port Elizabeth businessmen are the brains behind a mooted $ 15 billion crude oil refinery and petrochemical complex at the Coega special economic zone. The sod-turning ceremony for the ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Commercial Property to Rent in Fairview, Port Elizabeth: R 8 200 Commercial Property to Rent in Fairview Versatile unit, in the best business location in Port Elizabeth. … [Read more...] about PE Business News: Mestosync Energy eyes $15bn Coega plant

International two-day conference in Port Elizabeth

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The Batteries & Electric Vehicles Conference 2018 is all charged up for Monday and Tuesday, October 29 and 30. The conference, taking place in Nelson Mandela Bay has attracted speakers and delegates from around the world. Organised by and hosted by the national uYilo eMobility Programme, the Batteries and Electric Vehicle Conference will be held at Nelson Mandela University, Engineering Building (276), Gardham Avenue, Summerstrand, Port Elizabeth. With a global thought leadership focus on … [Read more...] about International two-day conference in Port Elizabeth

Building Automation Firm’s National Award for Best Contributor to Energy Efficiency – MyPR.co.za

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Building Automation Firm’s National Award for Best Contributor to Energy Efficiency: BA Systems Trustee, Michael Straton Photo: Alan Straton The Electrical Contractor’s Association for South Africa (ECA SA) showcased Port Elizabeth based Building Automation firm, BA Systems, in their October 2018 Magazine, Electrical Contractor. BA Systems scooped the ECA SA Presidential Award as the Best Contributor to Energy Efficiency following their project at the Product Testing Institute in the … [Read more...] about Building Automation Firm’s National Award for Best Contributor to Energy Efficiency – MyPR.co.za

Breakthrough energy project brings hope to rural community – MyPR.co.za

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Breakthrough energy project brings hope to rural community: Technicians at work on the Upper Blinkwater solar PV panels Photo: Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism A breakthrough energy project, a minigrid generating 75 kilowatts of energy, driven by the Eastern Cape government and its German Lower Saxony government counterpart, is set to bring development opportunities to a remote village of Upper Blinkwater forward by a decade. At the celebration yesterday, … [Read more...] about Breakthrough energy project brings hope to rural community – MyPR.co.za

Grahamstown in the news: SA is on code REDZ for energy needs

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SA is on code REDZ for energy needs: and got mixed responses. "In Grahamstown, for example, the local government was very excited about job creation but the game farmers were worried about the visual impact of projects." Adams is the project manager for identifying the second phase of REDZes. Source: "Grahamstown" - BingNews. SA's plan for renewable energy zones: “For example‚ in Grahamstown the local government was very excited about job creation but the game farmers were worried about the … [Read more...] about Grahamstown in the news: SA is on code REDZ for energy needs