It is hard to explain the South African government’s commitment to fossil fuels, given the country’s problems with drought and the fact that solar power gets cheaper by the day. It is also difficult to fathom what the government’s plans are with regard to a just transition. Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede Mantashe […]
South Africa plans 3 power ships, renewable energy investments to tackle crisis
Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede Mantashe announced eight preferred bidders in the government’s emergency risk mitigation programme. Johannesburg: South Africa has announced fresh plans to alleviate the severe electricity crisis in the country, including three offshore power ships, greater use of solar and wind energy. Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede Mantashe, […]
South Africa launches request for proposals for 1GW of solar PV
The South African government has launched its latest renewables procurement round under its Renewable Energy IPP Procurement Programme (REIPPPP), which is to procure 1GW of solar PV. Launched today (19 March 2021), the tender represents Bid Window 5 of the country’s REIPPPP, which will allow bids to be submitted by 4 August 2021. It intends […]