The National Department of Transport yesterday pronounced on the approval of the application to grant Karpowership access to the three Ports of Ngqura, Durban and Saldanha Bay for a period of 20 years. The application was approved by the Minister on 26 February 2023. The approval is in line with the National Ports Act No. 12 of 2005, which gives powers to the Minister to approve applications of this nature. The Minister considered the application in terms of National Ports Act Section 79 … [Read more...] about Dear Children – Welcome to your Debt, Love Karpowerships
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AIDC EC warns on energy tariff increases
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
Engineering, Construction SMEs invited to enter Eskom Investment Competition for R1.3 million in Benefits
Doors are now open for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the engineering and construction sectors to enter the Eskom Business Investment Competition (BIC), the Eskom Development Foundation (EDF) announced. This follows the launch of the Foundation’s annual Business Investment Competition on the 7th of December 2020. Black-owned small businesses in engineering and construction are urged to pursue this opportunity that could earn them a financial injection, as well as present them … [Read more...] about Engineering, Construction SMEs invited to enter Eskom Investment Competition for R1.3 million in Benefits
Some people will call this a “Warning Shot”, Eskom
Eskom earlier this afternoon issued s a statement informing the public that; "The power system is severely constrained." According to Eskom the return to service of five generating units has been delayed whilst a further two units were either shut down or tripped. The return to service of two generating units at the Tutuka power station has been delayed as well as units at Duvha, Matimba and Kusile power stations. A unit at Tutuka tripped and Kusile's Unit 1 was shutdown. These … [Read more...] about Some people will call this a “Warning Shot”, Eskom
NERSA notes Eskom court judgment
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) is studying the judgment of the High Court to review and set aside its decision on Eskom’s fourth Multi-Year Price Determination (MYPD4) for the 2019/20, 2020/21 and 2021/22 financial years. “The judgment follows NERSA's acknowledgment of procedural unfairness in the MYPD4 decision concerning the inclusion of the R23 billion government grant without allowing Eskom to submit its representation, in line with the National Energy … [Read more...] about NERSA notes Eskom court judgment
No load shedding expected this weekend
Following the return to service of four generation units, no load shedding is expected for the rest of the week, says Eskom. The return to service of the four units, has helped Eskom to relieve pressure on the system. “These generation units returned more than 1 500MW capacity to the system. This took total generation capacity returned to the system since 10 July to more than 3 500MW,” said Eskom in a statement on Thursday evening. This comes as load shedding has been implemented since … [Read more...] about No load shedding expected this weekend
High possibility of load shedding today
With a constrained power system, Eskom may be forced to implement load shedding, it said on Friday. “Five generation units were taken off the grid, significantly raising the possible need for load shedding. We urge the public to continue reducing electricity usage to help us avoid load shedding,” said Eskom. Should the need arise; Eskom said it could implement load shedding between 4pm and 10pm. Two units at the Arnot power station, as well as a unit each at Kendal, Tutuka and Majuba … [Read more...] about High possibility of load shedding today
Consumers lose when electricity regulator is weak
Eskom wins, but NERSA, electricity users and taxpayers lose, says OUTA South Africa needs an electricity regulator who can defend the public from rising electricity prices. This week the high court again found the National Energy Regulator (NERSA) wanting. NERSA is supposed to be the independent energy regulator with the skills and capacity to assess whether Eskom’s applications for tariff increases are rational and reasonable, and set a fair price for electricity. Although Eskom is … [Read more...] about Consumers lose when electricity regulator is weak
Eskom embarks on free basic electricity programme campaign
In an effort to alleviate the impact of the COVID-19 national lockdown on indigent households, Eskom has launched a campaign aimed at raising awareness of the Free Basic Electricity (FBE) programme. The programme is targeted at giving limited free electricity to indigent households. Qualifying households, in terms of the government’s policy of providing support to the unemployed, low-earning, the destitute and the elderly, are encouraged to approach their municipalities to register as … [Read more...] about Eskom embarks on free basic electricity programme campaign
OUTA seeks greater performance transparency from Eskom
PAIA application asks for technical information on operating and environmental performance Eskom has continued to receive bailouts and increasing tariffs over the last decade but has been less than transparent about exactly how its operations are conducted. Questions at public hearings held by the National Energy Regulator (NERSA) do not yield meaningful answers. After several engagements with Eskom over the past few years, OUTA submitted a formal request to Eskom for information in terms of … [Read more...] about OUTA seeks greater performance transparency from Eskom
No to any increase in municipal electricity prices
South Africa can’t afford municipal price increases while dealing with the disastrous fallout of the Covid-19 pandemic OUTA is calling on the National Energy Regulator (NERSA) to block any increases in municipal electricity tariffs. NERSA is considering how much the municipalities will be allowed to increase the price of electricity to their customers on 1 July 2020. The regulator’s proposal is for an increase of 6.24%. This is based on the previously approved average increase in Eskom’s … [Read more...] about No to any increase in municipal electricity prices
Eskom board orders investigation into COO
Allegations of corruption and victimization against Jan Oberholzer The Eskom board has ordered an independent investigation into allegations of corruption against its chief operating officer (COO) Jan Oberholzer. “In the best interest of Eskom and both the complainant and the COO, the board has engaged the services of an independent senior counsel to investigate the allegations against the COO, and upon conclusion of such an investigation, to provide recommendations to the board,” said the … [Read more...] about Eskom board orders investigation into COO
Remember Loadshedding?
No load shedding but possibility remains Eskom does not expect to implement load shedding today, but the possibility remains. Eskom says as the power generation system remains constrained and vulnerable, the possibility of load shedding still remains. “During peak hours we are utilising emergency generation reserves to supplement supply, and [we] may have to implement load shedding at short notice should the power generation system deteriorate,” said Eskom on Wednesday. Unplanned … [Read more...] about Remember Loadshedding?
Eskom is dead
DA calls on all South Africans to join nationwide campaign The following comments were delivered today at a press conference at Parliament. The DA Shadow Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy, Kevin Mileham MP, spoke on the energy sector and IPPs. The DA Shadow Minister of Public Enterprises, Ghaleb Cachalia MP, spoke on Eskom and the DA's demands: It has been nearly a month since President Cyril Ramaphosa made a host of promises in his SONA speech to ensure energy security for South … [Read more...] about Eskom is dead
10 March’s Loadshedding Menu of Darkness – Stage FOUR
Eskom escalated Stage 2 declared at 9:00 am and implemented Stage 4 load shedding from 2:00pm as a result of plant breakdowns/increased power supply/tea lady at head office tripping the main breaker/rain on the coal supply/general petulance/upcoming elections/misguided support of Another Night of Candles. Loadshedding is expected to continue throughout the week. Brought to you by Straton Electrical - for all your electrical contracting, maintenance and repair needs. Get a quick run down … [Read more...] about 10 March’s Loadshedding Menu of Darkness – Stage FOUR
