Solarise Africa and RUBiS Energy Kenya have joined forces to launch RUBiSOL, a new venture poised to transform the renewable energy landscape in East Africa. This partnership combines the expertise of two industry leaders to deliver innovative, decentralized energy solutions to businesses across the region. RUBiSOL is designed to address critical challenges such as high…
The Western Cape government is making strides in renewable energy by issuing a tender for solar PV systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and EV charging stations. Announced by the City of Cape Town, this initiative aims to strengthen the region’s energy infrastructure while working toward sustainability goals. The tender specifies a BESS with a…
Gautam Adani, the Indian billionaire and head of the Adani Group, has been indicted in the United States on serious charges related to a large fraud scheme in the solar energy sector. The U.S. Department of Justice announced that Adani and several others are accused of orchestrating a $265 million bribery scheme to secure solar…
Gautam Adani, the Indian billionaire and head of the Adani Group, is now at the center of a major controversy following his indictment in the United States over allegations of fraud in the solar energy sector. The development comes as Adani’s companies continue to expand into various industries, including a disputed deal in Kenya to…
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is considering a loan of up to USD 120 million to support Scatec ASA’s solar and storage project in Nagaa Hammadi, Egypt. The project involves building a 1-gigawatt (GW) solar power plant paired with a 200-megawatt-hour (MWh) battery storage system. The loan is currently being reviewed, with…
Longi Green Energy, a major solar manufacturer, is making big moves in South Africa by bringing in new solar panels designed specifically for the country’s needs. This comes at an important time as South Africa deals with a challenging energy crisis, facing frequent power outages and relying heavily on coal-fired power. These advanced solar panels…
Teraco Data Environments, a top data center provider in South Africa, has announced plans for a major project: building a 120-megawatt solar plant to power its data centers. The project comes at an opportune time as South Africa faces tough energy issues, including frequent blackouts and heavy reliance on coal power. The new solar facility…
Kenya is set to strengthen its role as a renewable energy leader in Africa with the upcoming Powerelec Kenya 2024 conference, happening from November 13-15, 2024. The event will focus on solar energy and other renewable solutions, highlighting advanced technologies crucial to Kenya’s goal of a fully renewable energy-powered grid. Held at the Sarit Expo…
Saudi Arabia’s ACWA Power has invested over $7 billion in renewable energy projects, positioning itself as a top private investor on the continent. At a recent panel at the Future Investment Initiative New Africa Summit, CEO Marco Arcelli shared that these investments are fully dedicated to renewable energy. This focus aligns with ACWA Power’s goal…
POWERCHINA has signed a major contract to build a 342 MW solar power plant in South Africa, marking an important step for renewable energy in the country. The project is part of South Africa’s ongoing efforts to expand its energy mix and reduce its long-standing reliance on coal. Located in the Northern Cape, an area…
