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Cape Town budgets R5.3bn for water and sanitation capital projects

Published: 26 Apr 24

The City of Cape Town (CoCT) says its total proposed budget for water and sanitation for the upcoming 2024/25 financial year is R18.5-billion. Of this, R5.3-billion will be spent on capital projects, while R13.2-billion is allocated to operations.

Hyundai unveils nano cooling film able to slash interior heat in cars

Published: 26 Apr 24

The Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled what it says is the world’s first application of a nano cooling film. The South Korean car maker describes the film as “a revolutionary vehicle window tint that offers a significant improvement in interior cooling performance compared to conventional tint films”.

Eskom anticipates limited winter loadshedding amid generation improvements

Published: 26 Apr 24

Newly appointed Eskom group CEO Dan Marokane has provided assurances that loadshedding during the upcoming winter months will likely be contained at Stage 2, thanks to improvements in generation performance across the coal-fired power station fleet. As of April 26, Eskom has marked 30 consecutive days without loadshedding, which Marokane said on Friday was a “good moment” to reflect on. He attributed the achievement to the success of the generation recovery plan (GRP) implemented by the State-owned power utility since April 2023.

COP29 climate summit host Azerbaijan defends oil and gas investments

Published: 26 Apr 24

Azerbaijan, host of this year's UN climate summit, will defend the right of oil and gas producing nations to invest in the sector, the country's president said on Friday, noting that despite climate targets, fossil fuel demand remains strong. As the host of the United Nations COP29 climate summit in November, Azerbaijan will oversee negotiations among nearly 200 countries on how to raise more finance to combat climate change and reduce the greenhouse gas emissions heating the planet.

Kibo subsidiary progressing Pyebridge asset

Published: 26 Apr 24

Kibo Energy’s subsidiary, Mast Energy Developments (MED), has received official confirmation that its Pyebridge 9 MW flexible power generation asset in England has passed its satisfactory performance days (SPD) requirements under its current existing T-1 capacity market (CM) contract. This means that Pyebridge will retain the current CM contract’s associated yearly gross profit margin income of about £308 000 which is paid and received monthly in arrears.

Namibian Environment, Forestry and Tourism Minister Pohamba Shifeta officially opens the new $1.2-million plastic flaking plant in Okhanja

Coca Cola’s Namibia recycling partnership turns bottles into brighter futures

Published: 26 Apr 24

An investment of more than $1.2-million through a partnership between Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) and plastic packaging company Plastic Packaging has culminated in the opening of a new polyethylene terephthalate (PET) flaking plant in Okahandja, Namibia. The plant is expected to double the capacity of the only mechanical recycler of plastic waste in the country.

Wind turbines being erected at one of Koruson 1 sites

EDF Renewables, partners building 1.2 GW of low-carbon power capacity

Published: 26 Apr 24

EDF Renewables is currently leading the construction of almost 1.2 GW of low-carbon power generation capacity in South Africa, comprised of 763 MW of wind power, 355 MW of solar photovoltaic (PV) and 75 MW of battery storage. This new build programme comprises eight sites across the Northern and Eastern Cape, developed by EDF Renewables and its partners.

Opinion: Solar PV sector urged to work together in addressing challenges that stand in the way of success

Published: 26 Apr 24

In this article, South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) CEO Dr Rethabile Melamu responds to concerns raised by speakers at a recent energy-related conference about the challenges facing the country's renewables sector.

Standard Bank mobilises debt fund to support sustainable infrastructure in Africa

Published: 26 Apr 24

Financial services firm Standard Bank has committed to Acre Impact Capital’s Export Finance Fund I to support the financing of sustainable projects in Africa. Acre Impact Capital manages Export Finance Fund I, which seeks to invest in climate-aligned and sustainable infrastructure projects in renewable energy, health, food, water security, sustainable cities and green transportation, thereby providing access to essential services to predominantly underserved communities across the continent.

The above image depicts Fargo Steel Fabrication’s recently purchased Amanda Tube Laser has allowed the company to enter new markets, with the constant purchase of new machinery diversifying its capabilities, benefitting clients and markets

Fabricator offers one-stop solution

Published: 26 Apr 24

Turnkey steel service centre Fargo Steel Fabrication aims to streamline the complexities that occur during engineered projects by eliminating the need for companies or individuals to utilise multiple service providers to complete a project. “With our team of highly-skilled individuals, we have implemented several processes that ensure the product arrives at the customer’s door with outstanding precision and quality,” explains Fargo Steel Fabrication manager Andrea Giammartini.