The impressive technological progress in the solar industry over the past decade has resulted in a drastic reduction in prices of solar panels. This has accelerated the adoption of solar around the world. Having lagged compared to other places, solar panel shipments to a lot of African countries have surged … [continued]
We talked to Electric Classic Cars’ CEO Richard Morgan about their EV conversion kits for safari game viewers a few weeks ago and they’ve already made significant progress, locking in a partnership with South Africa’s largest builder of electric safari vehicles. “This partnership represents a natural extension of our mission … [continued]
Over 9,200 solar panels have been installed at VWGA to date, generating 7,125 MWh annually. The impressive technological progress in the solar industry over the past decade has resulted in a drastic reduction in prices of solar panels. This has accelerated the adoption of solar around the world. Having lagged … [continued]
Uganda’s Kiira Motors Corporation (KMC), an electric vehicle manufacturer based in Jinja, Uganda has taken a bold step to showcase its new electric coach, the 2025 Kayoola Electric Coach 13M. Under the theme “Made in Uganda Grand Trans-Africa Electric Expedition,” this trip will be a historic 30-day journey spanning over … [continued]
New research by T&E and Earthworks sets out a global benchmarking of mining waste rules. As the world races to secure the critical minerals needed for the energy transition, military technology, and more, and new mines open across the globe, we need to ensure that mining rules globally protect people … [continued]
Solar manufacturing is beginning to take place in many parts of Africa as local companies leverage the transfer of technology.
Several Chinese companies have been ramping up their presence in South Africa. Most of them are launching new products at a rapid pace, and most importantly, at very aggressive prices. The attractive prices and products have been helping to shift consumer trends in South Africa, according to a recent trading … [continued]
A lot of people worldwide still do not have sufficient knowledge around electric vehicles and the benefits for switching to electric, which is why all forms of awareness programs are essential. Information around electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and EV charging tariffs is not yet as readily available and as accessible … [continued]
When I was invited onto UK energy regulator Ofgem’s eight-part Inside Energy podcast to discuss where the next great shift in the global energy system might come from as part of the closing episode, due to drop in January, the hosts likely expected an answer rooted in Europe or Asia. … [continued]
South Africa’s EV market is still quite small compared to similar markets. There are still just over 4,000 fully electric vehicles on the roads in South Africa. That’s because most of the BEVs that were available on the South African market were on the higher side of things in terms … [continued]
