Can micro hydro boost economic development in rural Africa? Published by Staff Writer on 1 October 2010 Micro hydro power systems have the potential to spur economic development in rural Africa. How we made it in Africa interviewed Wim Jonker Klunne, senior researcher at the CSIR.
French firm looking to establish solar projects in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 27 August 2010 French company, Lucas Import Export, is looking to establish solar farm projects in countries across Africa.
Japan to construct solar power plant in Botswana Published by Staff Writer on 12 August 2010 A one megawatt (MW) solar power station is set to be built in Botswana, the first of its kind in the country.
Firms looking to reduce dependency on state power utilities Published by Imara Africa Securities team on 11 August 2010 In line with the prevailing commodities boom, we foresee a similar trend on sources of power such as coal and uranium. However, the critical shortage of power has also had a negative impact on economies.
Manufacture wind turbine components in Egypt Published by Staff Writer on 26 July 2010 The Egyptian government is seeking to develop selective wind turbine components to serve the increasing demand from local and regional markets.
Sierra Leone hydropower plant to reduce cost of doing business Published by Staff Writer on 18 June 2010 Sierra Leone’s Bumbuna hydropower plant is expected to bring down the cost of business in the country with a much cheaper, sustainable and reliable source of energy
More wind power projects to come on stream in Southern Africa Published by Staff Writer on 30 May 2010 Wind power generation currently plays a negligible role in the energy mix of Southern Africa but the situation is expected to improve slightly over the coming years.
Advice on investing in Nigeria’s renewable energy sector Published by Staff Writer on 28 May 2010 I have an energy consulting firm in the UK and I am toying with the idea of investing in Nigeria in the renewable energy sector. Could you please advise me on the steps I need to take?
Chinese investment in Zambia questioned Published by Staff Writer on 18 May 2010 The leader of Zambia’s main opposition Patriotic Front (PF) party says the government’s announcement of a US$1 billion Chinese investment to help build an electric power plant is a “cheaply conceived” ploy to garner votes ahead of next year’s general elections.
Does a municipality need licensing to construct a waste-to-energy plant for own use? Published by Staff Writer on 17 May 2010 One does not need licensing to construct a power plant in South Africa if it is for “own use”. Business can install power plants for own use without a licensing requirement. What about when it comes to municipalities if you develop a waste-to-energy project as a municipality. Would this still be defined as “own use”?
Belgian company starts wind energy project in Africa Published by Staff Writer on 14 May 2010 Belgian green electricity company, Electrawinds, has begun the construction of a wind turbine in the harbour of Coega, near Port Elizabeth, South Africa.