How to power progress for sustainable and efficient mining
Shell offers a range of carbon-neutral lubricants which allow mining businesses to grow while sustaining the environment Read More at ESI Africa
What do we really mean by clean energy technology?
The UN declared 26 January International Day of Clean Energy as a call to raise awareness and mobilise action for a just and inclusive transition to clean energy for the benefit of people and the planet. Read More at ESI Africa
Public Needs the Confidence to Buy Used EVs; from Loans to Battery Health Certificates
Consumer confidence in battery health and low-cost used car loans could do more for EV adoption than the Electric Car Grant Just 3 per cent of drivers have confidence in buying a secondhand EV 38 per cent say a battery health certificate would make them more likely to buy a used electric car New research …
Lord Lieutenant presents King’s Award to Michael Smith Switchgear
MSSL receives King’s Award at ceremony at carbon neutral Leicester facility Lord Lieutenant leads presentation on behalf of His Majesty the King One of only two East Midland firms honoured for sustainable development in 2025 Michael Smith Switchgear (MSSL) received The King’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development during an afternoon of celebration at its …
How South Africa plans to speed up IRP implementation
Delays in IRP implementation directly affect economic growth, as insufficient generation capacity places pressure on electricity supply Read More at ESI Africa
IT Support Companies in Johannesburg – Trusted Business IT Services by ASG
Johannesburg, January, 23 2026 Businesses across Gauteng rely on technology every day to keep things running smoothly, securely, and without disruption. As one of the leading IT support companies in Johannesburg, ASG helps businesses stay productive by providing reliable, scalable IT solutions that are built for today’s fast-moving digital environment. From small businesses to larger …
Why Africa needs solutions for end-of-life wind blades
The first wave of African wind farms will begin reaching decommissioning age in the 2030s Read More at ESI Africa
Building Africa’s clean energy future
The Africa Minigrid Developers Association spoke to Nuru CEO Jonathan Shaw about the energy developer’s work in the DRC as the world marks International Day of Clean Energy Read More at ESI Africa
Battery Garden Tools – Essential Insights for Small-Space Gardeners
Rising urban density and smaller living spaces are reshaping how people garden and care for their outdoor areas. Battery-powered garden tools, once considered a niche alternative to corded and petrol models, are increasingly seen as a practical and accessible choice for smaller gardens. According to Timothy Isabirye, Marketing Manager at Husqvarna South Africa, many first-time …
Leria Arinaitwe: Energy Sector Lead – ALSF South Africa
The 10th anniversary edition of African Power & Energy Elites recognises the people shaping the continent’s future infrastructure Read More at ESI Africa
NET survey gives insights into AM2 readiness
Key findings on candidates’ readiness and preparation for AM2 have emerged following a survey conducted by National Electrotechnical Training (NET). To better understand why people don’t pass their AM2 first time, NET contacted candidates who failed their first AM2 attempt to ask how prepared they felt, what experience they had in certain areas and how …
Chad: 6m targeted in World Bank-backed solar energy rollout
The PAAET programme is financed at nearly $295 million and targets increasing national electricity access from 6% in 2018 to 30% by 2027 Read More at ESI Africa
What utilities must know about data before going digital
Many utilities lack accurate records of their physical infrastructure Read More at ESI Africa
Midlands engineering firm expands workforce by 20 per cent
Excitation system specialists Excitation & Engineering Services (EES) has expanded its team with the appointment of five new engineers, supporting the company’s continued growth across the UK. Three of the new starters will be based at its newly opened Inverness office, bolstering local capacity and expertise in Scotland’s power generation sector, while the rest join …
‘James Bond’ builder who threatened HSE inspectors found guilty
Unsafe work spotted by inspectors from HSE. Site manager refused to co-operate and made threats of violence. Inspectors had to return to site with police officers. A builder who threatened inspectors from Britain’s workplace regulator and told them his name was James Bond has been fined. David Robert Lane, 59, was the site manager of …
Kenya: New geothermal plant for Menengai
When fully operational, the new plant will generate approximately 301GWh of reliable, clean energy annually Read More at ESI Africa
Power crew add bird and bat boxes to Sussex wildlife haven
Conservationists and electricity workers joined forces to boost wildlife habitats at Chesworth Farm, Horsham, installing new nesting boxes for birds and bats. UK Power Networks’ overhead lines team, including Ritchie Mulhall, engineer Ben Parkes, and apprentice Jamie Wakefield, installed a total of six boxes – two owl, two bat, one kestrel, and one swift box …
Government Urged to Back Electric Showers in Warm Homes Plan
The government is being urged to incentivise both consumers and housebuilders to adopt electric showers, including high-efficiency models designed to connect to Waste Water Heat Recovery Systems (WWHRS). The callout from Triton Showers follows the launch of the Warm Homes Plan, which commits £15bn to helping households cut energy bills through a trio of low-carbon …
Nigeria: Solar energy anchors farms, rural housing programme
The project will deploy solar power to support irrigation, storage, processing and residential energy needs within farming clusters. Read More at ESI Africa
PAST PRESIDENT FRANS SWANEPOEL’S LAST DANCE – The final talk at the end of his last term
“Thank you very much, colleagues. Very warm welcome to you all as we end another year and prepare for a deserved Christmas break. Today marks our annual general meeting, the last meeting of the year. It is a significant moment for us all, as we reflect on our achievements, our challenges and the journey we …
Coal: A fuel essential to a sustainable future
In the run-up to Investing in Mining Indaba, Chris Meyer interviewed Prof Nicole Wagner about comments made at last year’s conference about coal, a commodity shaping up to be a topic of discussion again in 2026. Read More at ESI Africa
How to Tailor Your Energy Career Strategy for Different Global Markets
The energy sector is undergoing one of its most transformative periods in decades. From the rise of renewable energy to the integration of digital technologies and the global push for sustainability, the opportunities and challenges within the industry vary widely across regions. For professionals seeking to build or advance a career in energy, understanding these …
Cazombo Photovoltaic Park Angola
The project created more than 300 jobs during construction and commissioning Read More at ESI Africa
Knysna’s water woes: R20m relief, disaster status requested
Last week, the Knysna Council declared the greater Knysna municipal area as a local disaster area in terms of the Disaster Management Act, Act 57 of 2002 Read More at ESI Africa