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The Next Big Thing? Let’s Discuss CleanTech in South Africa

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The Next Big Thing? Let’s Discuss CleanTech in South Africa

Clean technology (Cleantech) is a catch-all phrase that refers to a variety of procedures, goods, and services with the objective of minimizing waste by utilizing non-renewable resources. The use of solar energy, water purification techniques, and fuel cells are frequently highlighted in efforts to find new ways to grow food

The Role of Cleantech Startups in Accelerating Clean Energy Adoption in Africa

The Role of Cleantech Startups in Accelerating Clean Energy Adoption in Africa

Over 770 million people in Africa lack access to electricity, according to a 2019 report by the International Energy Agency, and by 2030, half of the world’s population will be without electricity in just seven countries: the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, Uganda, Tanzania, and Niger, with Pakistan

Growing Green Energy Adoption is Placing Gas and Petroleum on Borrowed Time

Growing Green Energy Adoption is Placing Gas and Petroleum on Borrowed Time

Africa’s renewable energy mix has shifted away from conventional hydropower and thermal facilities to renewable alternatives in an effort to hasten energy supply and promote sustainable economic growth. Strong growth, low emissions, and environmentally friendly development might all be supported by integrating and developing an energy mix that relies

Zimbabwe to Receive Fibre Optics and Renewable Energy Funding from Africa50

Zimbabwe to Receive Fibre Optics and Renewable Energy Funding from Africa50

The infrastructure investment entity set up by African governments, Africa50, is moving into Zimbabwe to back fibre optics, new power generation, renewable energy and transport. Africa50 works to complete projects within 18 months, rather than talk about funding forever, and works with those shareholding governments that have capacity to specify

Cape Town Step-p Plans to Accelerate Renewable Energy Project

Cape Town Step-p Plans to Accelerate Renewable Energy Project

In South Africa, the City of Cape Town hopes to attract the most capital for renewable energy projects. This is happening as the city implements programs to make it possible for energy diversification for cheaper, cleaner sources of energy as well as the development of the green economy for real

MetroWatt and Huawei launch R2,800 per Month Solar Power Rentals

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MetroWatt and Huawei launch R2,800 per Month Solar Power Rentals

In order to combat load shedding, MetroWatt and Huawei have partnered to offer solar power system leases starting at R2,800 per month. A larger system is also available for R3,800 per month. According to MetroWatt CEO Laurent Pieton, the alliance between MetroWatt and Huawei is exclusive to South