Marketing’s Role in Driving Awareness and Adaptability of Sustainability in Energy and Technology
By: Alice Ngatia Alice is a Senior Marketing Executive &…
Marketing’s Role in Driving Awareness and Adaptability of Sustainability in Energy and Technology
By: Alice Ngatia Alice is a Senior Marketing Executive & Sustainability Specialist with 18+ years of experience in helping brands WIN in the hearts & minds of customers. By Night, Alice is a Personal Branding Trainer and Consultant. In the ever-evolving world of energy and new technologies, sustainability has become a defining metric for progress….
PowerGen’s $120M Plan to Light Up 300,000 Lives Across Africa With Clean Energy
PowerGen Renewable Energy has announced a bold initiative to establish a 120 MW renewable energy platform across Africa, targeting widespread energy access challenges faced by millions. Supported by international investors like the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG), the Danish Investment Fund for Developing Countries (IFU), and the African Development Bank’s Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa…
How Tanzania’s EA-ECS 2025 Summit Could Revolutionize Power Access Across East Africa
The upcoming East African Energy Cooperation Summit (EA-ECS), scheduled for January 29-30, 2025, in Arusha, Tanzania, is set to mark a turning point in the region’s energy landscape. Bringing together government officials, renewable energy investors, policymakers, and industry leaders, the summit will focus on fostering collaboration in renewable energy investments to address East Africa’s pressing…
How UAE’s Masdar Turned 5.2GW of Desert Sun Into Non-Stop Baseload Power
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a monumental step in renewable energy by launching the world’s first large-scale facility capable of delivering uninterrupted renewable power 24 hours a day. Announced on January 12, 2025, during Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, this transformative project combines 5.2 gigawatts (GW) of solar power with 19 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of…
How Neosun’s Solar Solutions Will Slash Power Costs for Kenyan Businesses
Neosun Energy, a company based in Hong Kong specializing in solar energy solutions, has officially launched operations in Kenya, marking a milestone in the nation’s renewable energy journey. This expansion aims to deliver affordable and sustainable solar power solutions tailored to meet the needs of local businesses, particularly in agriculture, manufacturing, warehousing, and hospitality. The…
Why Senegal Is Investing $8.7M With AFDB to Replace Old Light Bulbs
Senegal has taken a major step in advancing its energy efficiency efforts by allocating US $8.7 million to the Programme to Promote Efficient Lighting Lamps (PPLEEF). This funding aims to improve energy management nationwide by replacing outdated incandescent bulbs with modern LED lighting. Nearly 700,000 households and 80,000 small businesses are expected to benefit from…
How Three African Nations Turned Power Challenges into Renewable Energy Successes
Africa is shifting as countries invest in renewable energy projects. This change aims to improve energy access, make power more reliable, and reduce harm to the environment. Leading examples in Morocco, Somalia, and Zambia show how renewable energy can transform economies and improve lives across the continent. In Morocco, the Abdelmoumen pumped-storage hydroelectric project is…
How Amea Power’s Battery Projects Can Fix South Africa’s Power Problems
Dubai-based Amea Power has secured two important contracts to develop Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in South Africa. These projects, called Gainfar and Boitekong, each have a capacity of over 300 MWh and will connect to Eskom’s grid. The goal is to improve energy stability and reliability in a region facing power shortages. These projects…
Why South Africa Needs Nuclear Power Plants More Than Shopping Malls Right Now
South Africa is facing a serious energy crisis, and nuclear energy is being seen as an important solution to meet the country’s growing need for electricity and to support economic growth. South Africa will need an extra 20 gigawatts (GW) of energy in the next decade, but it relies heavily on coal, which makes up…
Can Africa Power Every Home? The Truth About Rural Electrification
The push for electrifying rural Africa is gaining traction through decentralized power generation solutions. With nearly 600 million people in sub-Saharan Africa still lacking access to electricity, traditional centralized grid systems have proven inadequate for meeting the energy needs of remote and underserved communities. This has shifted focus towards decentralized renewable energy systems, such as…
