Eskom didn’t get the price increases it wanted, but OUTA believes it still received more than it deserves. This is also a decision which reflects the lack of a coherent strategy by Government on Eskom’s future and the pricing path, as NERSA apparently didn’t consider the effect of the R23bn-a-year bailout over the next three years. “We need Government to work in an integrated manner, we need a holistic direction from either the Presidency or the Department of Energy. Government is talking … [Read more...] about Consumers hit again with unfair high price increases
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High Probability for Frustration and Swearing Today
With the power system remaining tight and vulnerable, there is a high probability of load shedding today, Eskom said on Wednesday. “Eskom did not implement rotational load shedding yesterday, but the risk of load shedding remains high for today as the system is still tight and vulnerable. Load shedding will only be implemented if absolutely necessary,” said Eskom. The power utility on Wednesday encouraged residents and businesses to use electricity sparingly during this period. “Please … [Read more...] about High Probability for Frustration and Swearing Today
Eskom – Looks like we have finally learned from the mistakes of the Nationalist Government
A long long time ago the Nationalist Apartheid Government of South Africa embarked on a 'grand plan' to nationalise the production and distribution of electricity in South Africa via EksDom Eskom. The reasons were probably around centralised control of a basic service demanded by the voters. After all if you, as the government of the day, control and successfully deliver your citizens basic needs then surely they will continue to vote for the devil that they know in preference to the devil that … [Read more...] about Eskom – Looks like we have finally learned from the mistakes of the Nationalist Government
Electricity crisis can be laid firmly at the feet of uncaring ANC
The following speech was delivered in Parliament today by Kevin Mileham MP - DA Shadow Minister of Co-operative Governance & Traditional Affairs. Chairperson, Even when there isn’t loadshedding, many of our citizens face dark, cold nights without hot water or cooked food. It’s not because they haven’t paid their bill, or because there are power outages. It’s because their local municipality has racked up debt to ESKOM that they are unable to service. The worst offender is … [Read more...] about Electricity crisis can be laid firmly at the feet of uncaring ANC
Low probability of load shedding today
There is a low probability of load shedding today, with further improvements made in the generation performance of Eskom. “Due to further improvement in generation performance and the notable strides made in replenishing water and diesel reserves, Eskom is not likely to implement load shedding on Friday,” said the power utility. While improved plant performance means that South Africans get some reprieve from load shedding, which began on Sunday, the power system remains tight and … [Read more...] about Low probability of load shedding today
Why Enticing Professionals Back to SA (Thuma Mini) is NOT a ‘Good Thing”
With Eskom facing myriad challenges that have affected its ability to meet demand, President Cyril Ramaphosa yesterday detailed what needs to be done to get the power parastatal back on track. The President was responding to the debate on the State of the Nation Address (SONA) in the National Assembly, which took place as Eskom implemented load shedding for the fifth day in a row. With regards to an immediate plan to ease load shedding the President said that he was pleased with the … [Read more...] about Why Enticing Professionals Back to SA (Thuma Mini) is NOT a ‘Good Thing”
A Little Bit Like a R420 Billion Frog in a Blender
The continuing Eskom debacle is a lot like placing a frog in a blender with the ultimate goal of making frog smoothie without alarming the frog - you slowly increase the speed, let the frog enjoy the sensation and then WHAM... High levels of debt and default risk have left Eskom in dire straits as the power utility battles to meet demand. The embattled parastatal is facing a R420 billion debt burden and the Department of Public Enterprises (DPE) says the State-owned entity (SOE) will cease … [Read more...] about A Little Bit Like a R420 Billion Frog in a Blender
Bold interventions needed to minimise load shedding
Why are so many power station units tripping? Entering stage 4 load shedding signals a dire situation for Eskom’s energy generation and raises serious concerns for the economy. Eskom has a total generation capacity of 47 000 MW (more if one adds external supply) and, in a normal environment, about 20% is set aside for maintenance and unforeseen circumstances, enabling Eskom to supposedly cope with demand requiring up to about 38 000 MW of capacity. This should be more than sufficient for … [Read more...] about Bold interventions needed to minimise load shedding
Stage 4 Loadshedding – 11 February 2019
Eskom implemented Stage 2 Stage 4 load shedding from 9:00 am 1:00 pm as a result of plant breakdowns. “Although a number of units have returned to service as per the 9-point recovery plan, regrettably additional units continue to trip. This results in a shortage of generating capacity,” said the power utility on Monday. This is the second day in a row this year that the utility is implementing load shedding. In December, the utility announced that they would not implement load-shedding … [Read more...] about Stage 4 Loadshedding – 11 February 2019
Security of energy supply is an absolute imperative
President Cyril Ramaphosa says bold, decisive action will need to be taken to avert Eskom’s crisis. The President made this announcement when he delivered his State of the Nation Address on Thursday night. He said Eskom is in crisis and the risks it poses to South Africa are great. He also said it could severely damage the economic and social development ambitions of the country. He said there is a need to take bold decisions and decisive action. The consequences may be painful, but … [Read more...] about Security of energy supply is an absolute imperative
Eskom cannot be given a new licence to kill
Between April 2016 and December 2017, Eskom’s seventeen coal-fired power stations reported nearly 3,200 exceedances of their daily Atmospheric Emissions Licenses limits for particulate matter, sulfur dioxide, and oxides of nitrogen. Yesterday, Greenpeace Africa (www.Greenpeace.org) submitted comments to Naledzi Environmental Consultants opposing Eskom's application for postponements and suspensions from complying with South Africa's Minimum Emission Standards (MES). The MES, which are … [Read more...] about Eskom cannot be given a new licence to kill
Business Chamber rejects Eskom’s MYPD 4 application
The tariff increases of 15% per year proposed by Eskom in its MYPD 4 application, if approved, would have dire consequences for the local and national economy. Speaking on behalf of the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber at a Nersa public hearing held today to evaluate Eskom’s application, Business Chamber board director MC Botha said the ripple effect of such high tariffs could lead to economic decline, a decrease in investment and an increase in unemployment and poverty. The Business … [Read more...] about Business Chamber rejects Eskom’s MYPD 4 application
PE Business News: SA set for gas boom as consumers look to cut reliance on Eskom
Promote your business on BuyPE and MyPR. SA set for gas boom as consumers look to cut reliance on Eskom: with 2 000MW apportioned to Richards Bay and 1 000MW to the Coega IDZ in Port Elizabeth. Eskom’s general manager for grid planning, Mbulelo Kibido, said the mixture of gas and renewable energy ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Investment firm buys stake in motor giant Adient’s local business: CRH-Africa, which has two manufacturing plants in Port Elizabeth and … [Read more...] about PE Business News: SA set for gas boom as consumers look to cut reliance on Eskom
What Size Inverter do I need for Loadshedding?
In order to determine the inverter and battery size required you will need to get that calculator out. For the Inverter Calculation: Decide what appliances you want to power during an outage - normally TV, Beer Fridge, Router, Small LED Bedside Lamp, Laptop Make a note of the Wattage as displayed on the back of each device Add all the Wattage numbers up together The wattage numbers will give you the inverter size - normally 600W is sufficient Battery Size Calculation: … [Read more...] about What Size Inverter do I need for Loadshedding?
Eskom Gets Coal in Stocking
South Africans will breathe a sigh of relief at the news that the probability of load shedding remains low for the rest of the year. “The probability of load shedding remains low from today until Sunday 13 January 2019. This is as a result of the expected decrease in demand as businesses and industries close down for the festive break,” Eskom said on Thursday. The power utility has not implemented load shedding since Sunday. However, Eskom warned that heavy rains over the December to … [Read more...] about Eskom Gets Coal in Stocking
