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Update on energy programmes
The Department of Energy (DoE) on Thursday gave an update on programmes and projects presented in its 2013/14 budget vote speech. Energy Minister Ben Martins said that adequate supply remains a key concern for electricity and liquid fuels. He added that while the country was endowed with coal, and will continue to use it, the […]
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Energy dept speaks out on PetroSA
Pretoria – The Department of Energy (DoE) has acknowledged that it is aware of a Hawks investigation into allegations of criminal activity at PetroSA.
“The Department of Energy wishes to acknowledge that it is aware of and supports the Hawks investigation into allegations of criminal activity
Energy Turns Out To Be Expensive
“Free” Energy Turns Out To Be Expensive A new study by the UK’s Renewable Energy Foundation (REF) shows that wind farms are much less viable than expected. The assumptions used for planning new installations and subsidy programmes are hopelessly optimistic. Turbines lose efficiency over time due to mechanical wear and tear, erosion of their blades […]
Energy Turns Out To Be Expensive is a post from: All4Data
SA, Germany sign MoU on energy
Pretoria – South Africa and Germany on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote cooperation between the two countries on energy issues.
The two parties said they were determined to enhance the bilateral dialogue and practical cooperation between them in the energy sector by