Jamie Oliver
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An upcoming opportunity for Private Generation: Section 34 Ministerial Determination on the Procurement of 750 MW of Ancillary Services
On 4 December 2024 the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) received a draft section 34 determination from the Minister of Electricity and Energy (Minister) in accordance...
Sustainability bonds and the debt market of the future: Are we ready?
Sustainability-linked bonds (SLB) and green debt instruments have emerged as essential instruments in mobilising capital for climate-resilient infrastructure and inclusive socio-economic...
Commencement of the Electricity Regulation Amendment Act 38 of 2024
The Electricity Regulation Amendment Act 38 of 2024 (ERA Act) was signed into law by the President of South Africa on 16 August 2024. On 18 December 2024, a governmental proclamation...
Surviving the impact of the electricity crisis on food production
Persistent loadshedding continues to pose a significant threat to South Africa’s food supply chain and agricultural production. Unforeseen power cuts affect irrigation schedules, heating,...
Two new renewables bid windows signal revised hope for solving South Africa’s energy crisis
On 14 December 2023, the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) released a request for qualification and proposals (RFP) under the seventh bid submission phase (Bid Window...