Eskom’s Setback: What It Means for South Africans
Eskom’s Setback: What It Means for South Africans In a significant move on 30 July, the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) made the decision to slash nearly R16 billion from Eskom’s requested revenue recovery. During its public meeting, Nersa approved only R8.1 billion of the R23.9 billion Eskom sought. While this reduction might…
Read article
Solar Systems for Homes in South Africa
Embracing Solar Systems for Homes in South Africa: A Sustainable Solution to Power Challenges In recent years, South Africa has faced significant challenges with power supply, including frequent load-shedding and unreliable grid electricity. This has spurred homeowners across the nation to seek alternative energy solutions to ensure uninterrupted power. Solar systems for homes have emerged…
Read article
How Does a Solar System Work? Simplified Explanation
How Does a Solar System Work? Simplified Explanation by JC Solar Panels Assessing Your Energy Needs: To determine the right size for your solar energy system, we start by calculating the peak wattage draw—this is the maximum power your home consumes when all appliances are in use at the same time, such as lights, microwaves,…
Read article
Eskom Price Increases for South Africa
Upcoming Adjustments to Eskom’s Electricity Prices for 2024/25 Eskom has announced an imminent electricity price hike of 12% for the 2024/25 fiscal year, set to take effect on Monday, April 1st. In a bid to adjust its pricing structure and address financial challenges, Eskom submitted its Retail Tariff and Structural Adjustment Application (ERTSA), along with…
Read article
Go solar or invest in a generator
When it comes to addressing load shedding and ensuring a reliable power supply, both solar energy hybrid systems and diesel generators offer viable solutions, each with its own set of advantages and considerations. Choosing between the two depends on several factors, including environmental impact, operational costs, maintenance requirements, and initial investment. Here’s a comparison to…
Read article
Choosing the Right Solar Installer in South Africa
A Guide for Property Owners Solar energy presents a sustainable and cost-effective solution to South Africa’s energy needs, offering property owners a way to mitigate load shedding impacts while reducing electricity bills. However, the benefits of solar energy can only be fully realized by ensuring that solar installations are performed by qualified, registered electrical engineers…
Read article