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Mezzanine and Open Access Energy Partner to Accelerate Virtual Wheeling Adoption Across South Africa’s Renewable Energy Market
South Africa’s renewable energy market is entering a new phase as Mezzanine and Open Access Energy (OAE) partner to accelerate the adoption of virtual wheeling. By integrating Mezzanine’s Virtual Wheeling Platform into OAE’s Energypro platform, the partnership simplifies renewable energy procurement for corporate energy buyers, independent power producers, and energy traders. The collaboration expands access to clean energy across Eskom- and municipally-connected customers, helping businesses reduce carbon emissions, manage energy costs, and participate in South Africa’s rapidly evolving electricity market.
Powering Beyond the Crisis: Unlocking South Africa’s Economic Revival Through Distributed Energy
South Africa’s energy crisis continues to weigh heavily on economic growth, industrial productivity, and household finances. In this opinion piece, Gerjo Hoffman, CEO of Open Access Energy, argues that distributed renewable energy and private power generation offer the fastest path to economic recovery. By reducing electricity costs, improving energy reliability, and enabling long-term savings through private Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), businesses can regain competitiveness and stimulate GDP growth. The article also highlights the role of financial institutions in accelerating renewable energy investment and calls for urgent regulatory reform to unlock South Africa’s full distributed energy potential.
5 Big Power Moves 2025 Brought Us
In 2025, South Africa’s energy sector reached a critical turning point, shifting from crisis management to long-term reform. This article by SolarAfrica CEO David McDonald outlines five major power moves reshaping the market: the transition toward a wholesale electricity market (SAWEM), a surge in energy trading licences, the rise of one-to-many renewable generation, the entry of private capital into transmission infrastructure, and unprecedented corporate adoption of renewable energy. Together, these changes are accelerating private investment, competition, and wheeling solutions—setting the stage for a faster, more flexible, and sustainable power system in 2026 and beyond.
Navigating Solar-Powered phones: Selling phones Online
Explore the booming market for solar-powered phones and learn effective strategies for selling these eco-friendly devices online. This article covers key aspects such as understanding buyer motivations, optimizing product listings, pricing strategies, and how to create an emotional connection with customers. With the rise of sustainable technology, selling solar-powered phones offers a unique opportunity to tap into a growing, environmentally-conscious consumer base.
Powering the future: Unlocking Africa’s renewable energy potential
Africa holds vast renewable energy resources, yet over half a billion people on the continent still lack electricity access. This article by Izaak Coetzee, Head of Strategic Insights & Analytics at Absa Group, outlines the strategic actions required to bridge Africa’s energy gap—ranging from modernising infrastructure and regulatory reform to unlocking blended finance solutions. With coordinated investment and policy, Africa can emerge as a global leader in the clean energy transition.
De-Risking Africa’s Renewable Energy Agenda
“De-Risking Africa’s Renewable Energy Agenda” explores the critical role of financial and structural risk mitigation in unlocking investment for Africa’s renewable energy sector. Authors Opy Ramaremisa and Vuyo Mafrika of Absa CIB highlight the pressing need for early-stage support, innovative hedging tools, and market-responsive strategies to align investor confidence with the continent’s renewable energy ambitions. The article underscores how integrating risk management from project inception can bridge the gap between capital availability and project bankability.
Wattlab Launches SolarDeck: Plug-and-Play Solar Power for Seagoing Vessels
Wattlab launches SolarDeck, a modular solar power system for seagoing ships, reducing fuel use and CO₂ emissions. Tested with Vertom and TNO, SolarDeck offers fast installation, cargo flexibility, and ROI in 3–5 years.
Commercial Energy Storage Systems: A Guide to Liquid-Cooled and Modular Solutions
This article explores advanced commercial energy storage systems (ESS), focusing on liquid-cooled and modular solutions. It outlines the benefits of each technology, including enhanced thermal management, extended battery lifespan, scalability, and improved operational efficiency. The article also highlights key performance metrics, such as round-trip efficiency, depth of discharge, and cycle life, and discusses Sungrow’s industry-leading ESS solutions. By integrating these technologies, businesses can optimize energy usage, reduce operational costs, and support sustainability efforts.
Call for Refugee-Led Clean Energy Enterprises in Uganda, Kenya, and Ethiopia to Apply for Inclusive Investment Grants
Ashden is offering grants of up to £10,000 for refugee-led clean energy projects in Uganda, Kenya, and Ethiopia. These grants aim to support innovative clean energy solutions such as solar power and clean cooking technologies in displacement settings, empowering refugee entrepreneurs and organizations with financial and technical assistance. The program is part of the Transforming Humanitarian Energy Access initiative, in partnership with the Howden Foundation and other global organizations.