Uitenhage battles without electricity even before load-shedding resumes: While Eskom announced on Wednesday that load-shedding stage 2 would be implemented, residents in Uitenhage have had to contend with constant power cuts — something the Nelson Mandela Bay municipality ... Source: "Uitenhage" - BingNews. Burglaries surge in Walmer and Uitenhage: Uitenhage and Walmer have topped the list of burglary hotspots since lockdown regulations were relaxed and criminal activity started to rise in … [Read more...] about Uitenhage News: Uitenhage battles without electricity even before load-shedding resumes
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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
The Solar Hippy – Saving the Planet, Avoiding Loadshedding AND Saving money – MyPR.co.za
The Solar Hippy – Saving the Planet, Avoiding Loadshedding AND Saving money: Have you changed your decision making process to include our fellow citizens AND the environment? As an advocate and supplier of renewable energy through Straton Solar, I am often asked what I recommend in terms of solar with specific reference to loadshedding and our current Eskom woes. Contrary to what most people think my recommendations DO NOT encompass a laager mentality involving large expense and backup power … [Read more...] about The Solar Hippy – Saving the Planet, Avoiding Loadshedding AND Saving money – MyPR.co.za
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?
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
9 March’s Loadshedding Menu of Darkness – Stage 1
Eskom implemented Stage 1 load shedding from 9:00am today 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. 09H00-10H30: Group 13 10H00-12H30: Group 14 12H00-14H30: Group 15 14H00-16H30: Group 16 16H00-18H30: Group 17 18H00-20H30: Group 18 20H00-22H30: Group 19 22H00-00H30: Group 1 Brought to you by … [Read more...] about 9 March’s Loadshedding Menu of Darkness – Stage 1
No load shedding expected for the weekend
Set air conditioners’ average temperature at 23° Even though the generation system remains constrained, Eskom does not expect to implement load shedding this weekend. However, the power company warned that unplanned breakdowns remain above the 10 500MW mark. “We remind South Africans that the generation system remains vulnerable and constrained, and as such, there is a possibility that we may have to implement load shedding at short notice, should there be an unexpected change in the … [Read more...] about No load shedding expected for the weekend
Another ‘Glass Half Full’ Day for Eskom
No load shedding expected Eskom says it does not expect to implement rotational load shedding on Tuesday. It warned, however, that there is a possibility that South Africans will experience it because there is a high number of unplanned breakdowns. “We are currently utilising emergency generation reserves to supplement supply. The generation system remains constrained, vulnerable and unpredictable. Load shedding could be implemented at short notice if there is any negative change in the … [Read more...] about Another ‘Glass Half Full’ Day for Eskom
Low Expectance of Load Shedding This Week
Low possibility of load shedding today says Onalenna Mhlongo Eskom has announced that no load shedding is expected on Monday and the possibility thereof is low for the week. “We are utilising emergency generation reserves to supplement power, as we had more unplanned breakdowns [on Saturday],” Eskom said on Sunday. Eskom said additional generation units would return to service on Sunday. “This will improve the power system outlook for the coming week and further reduce the … [Read more...] about Low Expectance of Load Shedding This Week
Loadshedding? Possibly, Maybe!
The use of emergency reserves has led Eskom to not implement load shedding on Friday. In a statement on Friday, the power utility said while it isn’t implementing load shedding, the possibility for rotational load shedding remains. “We are utilising emergency reserves to supplement generation capacity during peak demand. We remind customers that as the generation system remains constrained, vulnerable and unpredictable, load shedding could be implemented at short notice if there is a … [Read more...] about Loadshedding? Possibly, Maybe!
THIS is what I want to see in a loadshedding backup solution – MyPR.co.za
THIS is what I want to see in a loadshedding backup solution: Solar and/or Grid Charging, Connected to Main Distribution Board, Stable, Reliable, Name Brand, Good Guarantee, Professionaly Installed, DIY Option, Seamless Operation. An all in one hybrid solution to loadshedding. Photographer: Straton Solar With loadshedding making us all increasingly worried about having power to continue working and gazillions of solutions being peddled by all kinds of experts (from your local plumber to your … [Read more...] about THIS is what I want to see in a loadshedding backup solution – MyPR.co.za
I am sure that YOU own this Hymnal
Eskom says there is no load shedding expected today, but the possibility remains There is an increased probability of load shedding as Eskom has taken some generation units off the system to conduct emergency repairs. “We will utilise emergency reserves to supplement the supply overnight. “As the system is constrained, vulnerable and predictable, any additional shift in generating performance could lead to load shedding at short notice,” Eskom said. Eskom reminds South Africans … [Read more...] about I am sure that YOU own this Hymnal
Revised load-shedding schedules and groups
https://youtu.be/Cw2oB5HMzm0 The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality announced numerous changes with a reduction in the frequency of load-shedding for consumers at Munelek, its Electricity and Energy headquarters today. This means domestic groups will be switched off for two hours at a time at most and industrial groups (stages 5 - 8) for four hours at a time. Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality Executive Director for Electricity and Energy, Luvuyo Magalela, said numerous factors were taken … [Read more...] about Revised load-shedding schedules and groups
24 February’s Loadshedding Menu of Darkness – Stage NONE
No load shedding expected today Eskom says it does not expect to implement rotational load shedding today. “Additional generation units are expected to return to service later today. This will further increase generation capacity and help us to avoid load shedding. Emergency reserves are at adequate levels,” Eskom said in a statement. Unplanned outages or breakdowns have increased to 11 120MW as at 06:50 this morning, while unplanned maintenance is 5 406MW. “The generation system held … [Read more...] about 24 February’s Loadshedding Menu of Darkness – Stage NONE
I dare you to act surprised when you read this!
Load shedding to continue into the weekend Owing to unplanned breakdowns, Eskom will continue to implement rotational load shedding going into the weekend. In a statement on Friday, the power utility said unplanned breakdowns have increased the shortage in generation capacity. “Eskom will continue implementing Stage 2 rotational load shedding until Sunday at 6am owing to unplanned breakdowns that have increased the shortage in generation capacity. While we expect three generation … [Read more...] about I dare you to act surprised when you read this!
