RE News
30GW of wind energy projects in development pipeline
Working together with the country’s State Utility, SAWEA (South African Wind Energy Association) and SAPVIA (South African Photovoltaic Industry...
Black Harrier in more danger than Black Rhino
With only 1300 Black Harriers left in the world, this raptor is Southern Africa’s scarcest endemic bird of prey, moving from Vulnerable to the...
SAWEA advocates for grid optimisation in the absence of urgent transmission build
If South Africa is to add the much needed 4GW – 5GW of new renewable energy generation capacity to the grid each year, solutions and efforts will...
Near perfect health and safety milestone achieved
A strong safety culture is at the heart of achieving industry-leading performance in Health and Safety, with what is recognised as a ‘near...
PCC releases JET recommendations
In November last year, President Ramaphosa unveiled South Africa's 5-year Just Energy Transition Investment Plan (JET-IP) and requested the...
Wind sector responds to expanded grid capacity
The South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) has responded to two key events this week that are helping to provide clarity and give...
Highlights
Nordex recognised as key employer and economic driver
Nordex Energy South Africa is honoured to be recognised as a leading employer and driver of economic development in the Eastern Cape, as highlighted by Honourable MEC Nonkqubela Pieters in her 2024-2025 policy speech. In a region facing high unemployment rates, this acknowledgment underscores the significant impact of its initiatives in creating vital employment opportunities and fostering economic growth. The MEC acknowledged Nordex’s contributions, stating, "We are pleased to note that Nordex Energy South Africa will locally manufacture concrete tower sections in Humansdorp in the...