South Africa’s Department of Electricity and Energy is repurposing its national electrification program to tackle a R75 billion backlog. The ambitious plan aims to connect 1.6 million households by 2030 using hybrid grid and microgrid solutions, but faces significant funding and implementation chall
JSE-listed Growthpoint Properties has secured a significant stake in a new hydroelectric facility while launching an innovative green energy program for its commercial tenants. The initiative marks a pioneering approach to corporate renewable energy distribution in South Africa’s property sector, according to company announcements.
JSE-listed real estate investment trust Growthpoint Properties has reportedly acquired a 30% stake in independent power producer Serengeti Energy’s operational Boston Hydro plant near Clarens in the Free State, according to a joint media release from the companies. The R390-million hydroelectric facility represents a significant addition to South Africa’s renewable energy infrastructure with an operational lifespan exceeding 40 years.
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