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Exploring new ways of driving energy efficiency in data centre infrastructure

By Opinion 1 October 2018

Hyperscalers currently investing in South Africa, and those planning on doing so in the future will have to take energy consumption reduction into consideration when designing their facilities. Sameer Cassim, R&D... FULL STORY >

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BTTC proposes new platform to help solve renewable energy challenges

By Press Release 19 June 2018

Harmful banking regulations are restricting funding desperately needed for renewable energy projects. The BRICS Think Tanks Council believes an Energy Research Platform is the first step to ending the current funding... FULL STORY >

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Apple now powered by 100% renewable energy

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 10 April 2018

The Cupertino-based company's worldwide operations are now powered by 100% renewable energy. FULL STORY >

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Solar power used to enable Learning Labs

By Ryan Noik 24 October 2017

The recent launch of Dell’s Learning Labs in Diepsloot combines renewable energy, community involvement and an innovative approach to bringing technology to disadvantaged areas. FULL STORY >

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Why your most valuable energy source might be your parking lot

By Opinion 10 October 2017

The world is in dire need of sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions – and solar energy is the light at the end of the tunnel. FULL STORY >

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The Solar Impulse 2 airplane has completed its flight around the world

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 26 July 2016

A little over one year since it set off from Abu Dhabi, the Solar Impulse 2 has completed its flight around the world, powered solely by the sun. FULL STORY >

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Apple forms subsidiary called Apple Energy with view to sell surplus solar power

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 10 June 2016

With a view to sell surplus solar power it generates at its solar farms in Cupertino, Apple forms a subsidiary called Apple Energy. FULL STORY >

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Manage multiple energy sources and switch between them from a single device

By Staff Writer 14 September 2015

The energy crisis in South Africa has made the addition of alternative energy sources imperative for businesses and households across the country FULL STORY >

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The role of load-limiting in solving the energy crisis

By Staff Writer 31 August 2015

One of the most obvious advantages to smart metering platforms is the ability for household and business consumers to opt into load-limiting programmes with their electricity suppliers. FULL STORY >

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Better manage and alternate between disparate power sources

By Staff Writer 24 August 2015

With the inclusion of alternative and renewable energy sources to your business environment, you might find it a challenge to know when to switch between environments, to gauge when peak hours are or how to make your renewable energy... FULL STORY >

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Funding and utility connection – two challenges to the uptake of solar power

By Staff Writer 3 August 2015

Given the current power challenges in South Africa, as well as a growing trend toward solutions for sustainable electricity, solar technology as a source of energy supply has become a hot topic, particularly for... FULL STORY >

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Destiny partners with Red Bull for in-game content, may alienate fans

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 26 June 2015

In a strange move, Destiny has partnered with Red Bull to bring in-game exclusive content to gamers who purchase a can of the energy drink. But how will users respond to gimmick? FULL STORY >

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Local companies reflect on Tesla Powerwall

By Staff Writer 8 May 2015

With news of Tesla's Powerwall dominating the scene, we asked a number of local renewable energy players what they think of this new solution, and what its potential impact in SA could be. FULL STORY >

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Tesla Energy and Powerwall are first steps towards sustainable vision

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 4 May 2015

Elon Musk's ambitious plans to change the world have not slowed down at all, as evidenced by the unveiling of Tesla Energy and its Powerwall. FULL STORY >

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NO END IN SIGHT TO SOUTH AFRICA’S ENERGY CRISIS

By Staff Writer 24 February 2015

Increased load shedding and endless electricity price hikes continues to haunt South Africa. A recent statement by the Democratic Alliance (DA) estimates that, since 2008, load shedding has cost the country R 300bn and 1 million jobs. FULL STORY >

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