The role of blockchain in Africa’s energy transition
Blockchain is expected to play an essential role as African countries transition towards a distributed, digitised, and decentralised power system. The increasing volumes of embedded renewable generation, such as wind and solar PV, have led to a reduced reliance on centralised power sources and energy grids. In doing so, this has the potential to increase […]
Offshore wind energy offers value to energy mix
Offshore wind energy has significant potential to provide a consistent source of renewable energy and create jobs in South Africa. While there are challenges to overcome, such as grid upgrades and maintenance costs, the benefits of offshore wind make it a promising solution to the country’s energy needs, says energy consultant Harmattan Renewables director Chanda Nxumalo. She explains that the World Bank estimates that there are about […]
SA expert among speakers at International Renewable Energy conference
SOUTH African renewable energy expert Chanda Nxumalo will be among key speakers at the 3rd edition of the International Renewable Energy Conference set for March 22 to 25 in Victoria Falls. The conference will be hosted by The Standard in partnership with the Energy and Power Development ministry under the theme The New Frontier: Net […]
Trading, transmission key factors in a liberalised South African electricity market
With the liberalisation of the South African electricity market, energy trading will become increasingly important. So highlighted Investec Project Finance Director Franca Sandham. She was participating in a panel discussion organised by energy transition financial consultancy Green Giraffe Advisory, on the fringe of the African Energy Indaba, in Cape Town, on Thursday. “Energy traders are essential to a more deregulated market,” she affirmed. “It’s inevitable. We’ll see […]
National Treasury invites media on three-day virtual Public Economics Winter
2022 Public Economics Winter School: Reviving Public Infrastructure Investment for Community Development Media are invited to attend a three-day virtual Public Economics Winter School from 30 August – 1 September 2022. The theme is “Reviving public infrastructure investment for community development” and will enable delegates to understand the complexities of delivering services, such as water and electricity, to […]
Newly appointed board member Chanda Joanne Nxumalo shares Exxaro’s climate change vision
Exxaro recently announced the appointment to its board of a trailblazer in the climate change and renewable energy space. Chanda Joanne Nxumalo is the resource company’s latest Independent Non-Executive Director, and she’s set to play a key role in Exxaro’s energy growth strategy. Chanda is an electrical engineer by training, having also obtained a master’s […]
The Long Walk to Energy Independence
Could the removal of the 100MW limit enable an energy self-sufficient private sector that could sustain the economy? By now, it is clear that the private sector and citizens must play a role in contributing to a self-sufficient energy supply. As the country continues to face rolling blackouts, and we begin the road to finding […]
Changing of the guard at solar PV association
The South African Photovoltaic Industry Association – SAPVIA – steps into a new decade of solar with a changing of the guard in a newly elected Chairperson and the appointment of a new CEO. Chanda Nxumalo takes on the role of Chairperson of SAPVIA, bringing a track record of 13 years’ experience in the renewable […]
Renewables will not provide South Africa with 100% of its power, for the foreseeable future
Mineral Resources and Energy Department director-general Jacob Mbele has warned that supporters of renewable energy could actually undermine the sector in South Africa. He was participating in a panel discussion at the Windaba 2022 wind-power conference, in Cape Town, on Wednesday morning. “The renewable energy sector must avoid overpromising and underdelivering,” he cautioned. The industry had to keep a careful eye on those who, in their enthusiasm for renewable energy, […]
SAPVIA announce new board, Chanda Nxumalo elected chairperson
With the new leadership, SAPVIA is hoping to play a key role in addressing South Africa’s energy challenges. South Africa’s solar industry body, the South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA), has announced a new board this week. Chanda Nxumalo, Director of Harmattan Renewables has been appointed as Chairperson of the board. Nxumalo was previously the Vice-Chairperson. The […]