Funding and utility connection – two challenges to the uptake of solar power
By Staff Writer 3 August 2015Given 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 >
Power that never cuts
By Staff Writer 26 May 2015In the wake of months of power outages from load shedding, many South Africans are exploring alternative energy sources as a means to keep the lights on. FULL STORY >
USAID South Africa powered by the sun
By Staff Writer 23 April 2015Solar4Africa selected Solarcentury in South Africa to deliver the solar project for USAID FULL STORY >
Solar powered plane attempting first ever round-the-world trip
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 10 March 2015Having departed from Abu Dhabi yesterday, the Solar Impulse 2 plane is attempting to travel around the world using only the power of the Sun. FULL STORY >
Samsung Donates a Solar Powered Internet School to Learners in Mpumalanga
By Staff Writer 3 March 2015Samsung Electronics South Africa, delivered a Solar Powered Internet School (SPIS) to the Chief SW Nhlapho Secondary School in Dundonald, Mpumalanga. FULL STORY >
The Night Light Solar Candle is an eco-friendly light designed and developed in SA
By Robin-Leigh Chetty 11 June 2014The Night Light Solar Candle is an cheap, eco-friendly alternative light source, designed and developed in South Africa for impoverished households and poorer communities. FULL STORY >
SA teams put on a strong showing in 2012 Sasol Solar Challenge
By Hanleigh Daniels 2 October 2012The 2012 Sasol Solar Challenge has come to an end with the local entrants making SA proud. FULL STORY >
Sasol Solar Challenge 2012 gets underway
By Hanleigh Daniels 18 September 2012The Sasol Solar Challenge has begun today from the CSIR in Pretoria. FULL STORY >
Countdown to Sasol Solar Challenge 2012 begins
By Hanleigh Daniels 4 September 2012The start of Sasol's Solar Challenge 2012 is almost here. Sasol provides more details around the reasoning behind its involvement in the race. FULL STORY >
Sasol Solar Challenge 2012 gets underway in September
By Hanleigh Daniels 28 August 2012The biennial Sasol Solar Challenge endurance race is taking place between 18 and 29 September. FULL STORY >
Netshield Solar Tracker
By Staff Writer 7 February 2012While Eskom warns of possible load shedding and with winter still ahead of us when electricity usage typically reaches its highest point, using solar powered solutions is as relevant as ever. FULL STORY >
Samsung Africa launches solar powered internet school
By Ryan Noik 26 October 2011Samsung has launched an innovative and transportable solar powered schoolroom that is fully self-contained. FULL STORY >
Samsung launches NC215S netbook
By Staff Writer 20 September 2011Samsung unveils its solar powered NC215S netbook for the ultimate eco-computing experience. FULL STORY >
Vodacom launches affordable solar powered phone
By Hanleigh Daniels 6 October 2010Vodacom has launched the VF 247 cellphone in South Africa, enabling local users to utilise the South African sun to power this handset. FULL STORY >
LG unveils solar powered air conditioner
By Johan Keyter 23 June 2010LG is leading the way in energy efficiency with its first eco-friendly solar powered hybrid air conditioner. FULL STORY >
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