According to a recent McKinsey report, global energy demand is projected to rise substantially, potentially increasing by up to 18% by 2050, largely driven by emerging economies, including Africa.
Category: Energy
Africa: Energy, Renewable Energy, Green Energy, Gas, Oil, Electricity
URGENT ACTION NEEDED TO MITIGATE ENERGY BLACKOUT THREAT TO FOOD SUPPLY CHAIN RESILIENCE IN AFRICA
The Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA) is calling for urgent policy action to allow temperature-controlled logistics operators in Africa to boost food supply chain resilience in preparation for future energy blackouts and load-shedding.
Africa’s renewable resources can transform domestic and global energy supply, says investment bank
The continent represents a largely untapped white space, restricted by energy poverty and a lack of infrastructure
Elemental Energy signs Africa-focused distribution deal with Hexagon Purus
Elemental Energy has been selected by Hexagon Purus, a world leading manufacturer of zero-emission mobility and hydrogen infrastructure solutions, to distribute its products in Southern and East Africa.
Delivering Mozambique’s Sustainable Energy Future
As the world pivots towards sustainable energy solutions, Mozambique is positioning itself at the heart of this shift with a strategic $80 billion energy transition plan. Home to one of the largest natural gas reserves in Africa and rapidly emerging as a leader in renewable energy, Mozambique aims to harness its vast renewable resources—such as wind, solar, and hydro—while leveraging its gas reserves to foster economic growth and expand energy access.
In line with this vision, the upcoming Mozambique Gas & Energy Summit & Exhibition (19-21 November 2024) will serve as the official platform for stakeholders in the global energy sector. Hosted by dmg events and ENH, this event will bring together key players, from government officials to international investors, to explore project development opportunities and engage in discussions around Mozambique’s sustainable energy future.
Wärtsilä signs Decarbonisation Agreement for Madagascan power plant
Technology group Wärtsilä’s renewal of its existing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) agreement with QIT Madagascar Minerals S.A (QMM), part of the Rio Tinto group, has been expanded to include a Decarbonisation Agreement.
Global African Hydrogen Summit Channelling Capital Towards Critical Sectors For Sustainable Development
With more than 600 million people across Africa lacking access to electricity, the International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates that Africa will need to double its electricity generation capacity by 2040 to meet growing demand. Southern Africa, with its abundant renewable resources, is poised to become a leading exporter of green energy.
d.light closes new USD$176 million securitization facility for affordable off-grid solar in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda
Off-grid solar provider d.light and impact investor African Frontier Capital partner on new financing to support consumer loans for solar and high efficiency appliances in East Africa
FORTIS X has launched Africa’s first biodegradable and recyclable plant-based packaging
In light of Plastic Free July®, Fortis X has launched Africa’s first biodegradable and recyclable plant-based packaging, providing a crucial alternative to single-use plastics. Given the pressing issue of plastic waste in South Africa, where only 10% of the 122 million tons of annual waste is recycled, Fortis X’s innovation offers a beacon of hope. Nicholas De Beer, Director of Fortis X, emphasises that their sugarcane-derived biopolymer bottles represent a significant step toward mitigating plastic pollution and its detrimental impacts on our environment and health. In addition to offering an eco-friendly alternative for various products, Fortis X’s plant-based bottles have already garnered support from notable brands like SOGA Organic®, BOS Ice Tea, and Omnia Natura. Moreover, recycling plastic water bottles can save enough energy to power a 60-watt light bulb for six hours, highlighting the broader benefits of embracing sustainable packaging solutions.
FROM RUSSIA TO KENYA AND SOUTH AFRICA: GLOBAL ACTIVISTS UNITE FOR A SUSTAINABLE, NUCLEAR-FREE FUTURE
In solidarity with the anti-nuclear power movement in Kenya where a proposed nuclear power station is set to be built within the next decade, eco-justice organisations from South Africa and Russia are on a visit to the Republic of Kenya to share insights and learnings, from their experiences of living with nuclear energy, in their respective countries and opposing nuclear as civil society. The Southern African Faith Communities’ Environment Institute (SAFCEI) and Earthlife Africa Johannesburg, both from South Africa – where the Minister of Energy and Electricity recently announced that the procurement of 2500MW of new nuclear power was “at an advanced stage” – and Ecodefense from Russia, and Right Livelihood Awards are meeting Kenyan civil society at the proposed site in Kilifi, to stand together in opposition of any new nuclear stations in Africa.