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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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Power that never cuts

By Staff Writer 26 May 2015

In 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 >

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USAID South Africa powered by the sun

By Staff Writer 23 April 2015

Solar4Africa selected Solarcentury in South Africa to deliver the solar project for USAID FULL STORY >

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Solar powered plane attempting first ever round-the-world trip

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 10 March 2015

Having 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 >

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Samsung Donates a Solar Powered Internet School to Learners in Mpumalanga

By Staff Writer 3 March 2015

Samsung Electronics South Africa, delivered a Solar Powered Internet School (SPIS) to the Chief SW Nhlapho Secondary School in Dundonald, Mpumalanga. FULL STORY >

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The Night Light Solar Candle is an eco-friendly light designed and developed in SA

By Robin-Leigh Chetty 11 June 2014

The 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 >

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SA teams put on a strong showing in 2012 Sasol Solar Challenge

By Hanleigh Daniels 2 October 2012

The 2012 Sasol Solar Challenge has come to an end with the local entrants making SA proud. FULL STORY >

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Sasol Solar Challenge 2012 gets underway

By Hanleigh Daniels 18 September 2012

The Sasol Solar Challenge has begun today from the CSIR in Pretoria. FULL STORY >

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Countdown to Sasol Solar Challenge 2012 begins

By Hanleigh Daniels 4 September 2012

The 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 >

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Sasol Solar Challenge 2012 gets underway in September

By Hanleigh Daniels 28 August 2012

The biennial Sasol Solar Challenge endurance race is taking place between 18 and 29 September. FULL STORY >

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Netshield Solar Tracker

By Staff Writer 7 February 2012

While 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 >

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Samsung Africa launches solar powered internet school

By Ryan Noik 26 October 2011

Samsung has launched an innovative and transportable solar powered schoolroom that is fully self-contained. FULL STORY >

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Samsung launches NC215S netbook

By Staff Writer 20 September 2011

Samsung unveils its solar powered NC215S netbook for the ultimate eco-computing experience. FULL STORY >

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Vodacom launches affordable solar powered phone

By Hanleigh Daniels 6 October 2010

Vodacom has launched the VF 247 cellphone in South Africa, enabling local users to utilise the South African sun to power this handset. FULL STORY >

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LG unveils solar powered air conditioner

By Johan Keyter 23 June 2010

LG is leading the way in energy efficiency with its first eco-friendly solar powered hybrid air conditioner. FULL STORY >

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