Chikuku Katebe: Board Secretary – Zambia Renewable Energy Association
The 10th anniversary edition of African Power & Energy Elites recognises the people shaping the continent’s future infrastructure Read More at ESI Africa
Sherwin-Williams Sales Up in Q4 2025
Sherwin-Williams recently announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025, noting a consolidated net sales increase of 2.1% to $23.57 billion. Net income was reported at $476.8 in Q4 2025, down from $480.1 in Q4 2024. Diluted net income per share decreased 1.1% to $1.92 per share in the fourth quarter. Adjusted diluted …
Johnson Paint Acquires Somerset Paint
Johnson Paint | A Ring’s End brand recently announced it will acquire Somerset Paint with locations in Swansea and North Dartmouth, Massachusetts. “The Somerset locations strengthen our ability to serve several great communities while enhancing our support for commercial contractors,” says Mike Burkhart, president and CEO of Ring’s End. “This expansion deepens our presence in …
New local energy flexibility opportunities
A new guide to help local authorities scale up local energy flexibility programmes has been launched today by UK100, UK Power Networks Distribution System Operator (DSO) and the Association for Decentralised Energy (ADE). The new Unlocking Flexibility guide provides local authorities with a practical, easy to understand introduction to how energy flexibility works and the benefits it can unlock. It outlines the assets councils can use, …
RISING DEMAND FOR ENERGY-SAVING PRODUCTS DESPITE COST REMAINING BIGGEST BARRIER TO ADOPTION
Solar panels remain the most popular energy-saving measure despite only 38 per cent of homeowners owning or considering adding to their homes Wind turbines and underfloor heating were the second and third most popular, respectively Two-thirds (61 per cent) of homeowners feel upfront cost is the biggest barrier to retrofitting, highlighting the importance of affordable …
STS: Securing the bridge between legacy and smart
With the expected publication of Edition 3 Amendment 1 by the IEC, STS is once again demonstrating its ability to evolve without disruption. Read More at ESI Africa
Zimbabwe signs PPA for 30MW Vungu Solar IPP pilot
The PPA represents a step towards finalising the project which is expected to supply electricity to around 76,000 homes in Zimbabwe Read More at ESI Africa
Op-ed: The makings of a nuclear power cell-network
We can develop a vision for interconnected reactors sharing information like a continent-wide cellphone network. Read More at ESI Africa
Emerging trends and directions in clean energy technologies in Africa
Clean energy technologies are innovations that materially reduce emissions and pollution compared with fossil fuels Read More at ESI Africa
Sherwin-Williams Restarts 401(k) Match
Sherwin-Williams recently announced the company will resume 401(k) matching contributions, effective Feb. 1, 2026. The company also announced it will provide a discretionary make-up contribution designed to compensate for the pause, which happened between Oct. 1, 2025, and Jan. 31, 2026. In an email to Sherwin-Williams’ employees, Heidi Petz, chair, president and CEO of Sherwin-Williams, …
PPG Reports Strong Q4 2025 Sales and Full-Year Growth
PPG recently announced its financial results for the fourth quarter of 2025, reporting $3.9 billion in net sales, up 5% from Q4 2024. The company reported net income of $3.02 million, up from $2 million in Q4 2024. Adjusted earnings per share for the fourth quarter reached $1.51 million, down 6% from last year. “In …
Aico Joins EIC as First Sponsor of Apprentice Training Scheme
The Electrical Industries Charity (EIC) is delivering free, industry-specific mental health and wellbeing training to apprentices across the electrical and energy sectors. Aico is the first sponsor of the programme, which offers practical, accessible courses tailored to the unique challenges faced by those working in our industry, developed in direct response to the trends and …
FireAngel launches new Pro Installer Network: Where expertise meets opportunity
FireAngel, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of smoke, heat and carbon monoxide alarms, has proudly launched its new Pro Installer Network, elevating standards, expertise, and installer success. Redefining compliance and installation confidence, UK electrical contractors that install and maintain Grade D fire alarms are able to join a register of professional organisations to unlock …
Making heat pumps smarter: Worcester Bosch partners with Passiv UK to roll out intelligent heat pump control
Passiv UK and Worcester Bosch have joined forces to offer advanced smart controls for heat pumps. The Passiv Smart Thermostat now works seamlessly with the Worcester Bosch Compress 2000 Air Source Heat Pump range, making intelligent, energy-efficient heating controls more accessible to UK homeowners. Thanks to its out-of-the-box compatibility, no additional hardware is required. Installers can fit the Passiv Smart Thermostat with …
Mission 300: 17-point action plan to electrify millions by 2030
All stakeholders within the mini-grid sector need to take a set of decisive and aggressive actions Read More at ESI Africa
Algeria to commission 1.48GW of solar capacity by August
The new solar facilities will complement existing renewable energy assets, including the Ghar Djebilet solar power plant and the Adrar wind farm Read More at ESI Africa
Usman Muhammad, Founder & CEO, CREACC-NG, Nigeria
Muhammad remembers stepping out of university in 2010, full of restless ambition and a growing frustration with Nigeria’s fragile electricity system Read More at ESI Africa
North Africa: Clean energy surge in MENA pipeline
Dii’s MENA Energy Outlook 2026 report says the region closed 2025 with 43.7GW of operational renewable capacity Read More at ESI Africa
Sherwin-Williams Honors Top Partners with 2025 Vendor of the Year Awards
The Sherwin-Williams Company recently recognized its 2025 Vendor of the Year award winners during its annual National Sales Meeting in Orlando, Florida. Four companies were named Vendor of the Year, with two additional partners honored for the Innovative Product of the Year Award and Marketing Agency Partner Award. Winners were chosen for delivering high-quality products, …
Schneider Electric to become the Official Energy Technology Partner of McLaren Racing
Like & share this news article: News Posted by: electime 27th January 2026 McLaren Racing and Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, today announced that Schneider Electric will become the Official Energy Technology Partner of McLaren Racing, including the McLaren Mastercard Formula 1 Team, the Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team, McLaren F1 Academy, …
Are You Throwing Money Away?
Table of Contents Toggle The first one was a personal wake-up call The second was from a recent quotation Three phase Prepaid Electricity Meter Biggest Bang for Your Buck What about rental increases? Links Two recent incidents have prompted Straton Prepaid to expand on this subject. The first one was a personal wake-up call: Hexing …
The interplay between electricity energy intensity, density and mix
In an era that demands sustainable solutions, the need to examine our energy systems has never been more pressing. Read More at ESI Africa
Ansell Lighting Enhances Contractor Support Package
Ansell Lighting, a market leader in the design and manufacture of high-quality lighting, has announced two new additions to its comprehensive contractor service proposition. The company is introducing new streamlined deliveries with improved pallet labelling and an OnSite Survey, further solidifying its commitment to supporting electrical contractors throughout every phase of a lighting project. These …
7 energy certainties in an uncertain world – IEA head Fatih Birol
“Amid today’s turmoil, focusing only on uncertainties can lead to indecision and paralysis,” the IEA head cautioned. Read More at ESI Africa