10 Ways to Slash Rising Electricity Costs

From 1 April 2024, prepaid electricity prices increased by 12.7%, raising the average electricity tariff from around R1.84 per kWh to approximately R2.07. With households averaging 350kWh per month, South Africans will now pay in the region of R724.50 monthly– up from R644.

Tackling South Africa's Intensifying Load Shedding Woes in 2024

Electricity Minister Kgosientsho Ramokgopa recently announced that South Africans experienced 600 hours less load shedding over the past three months than they did in the same period last year. And while this has been welcomed, the threat of load shedding still persists with varying levels expected over the course of 2024. In response, a growing number of South Africans are turning to rooftop solar to mitigate the impacts.

Smart Home Forecast: What’s in store for 2024?

CBI Astute Range of products can monitor and manage energy consumption

Nowadays, the phrase ‘home is where the tech is’ defines modern living, as South Africans increasingly adopt smart home innovations. These advancements are continuing to adapt and evolve in their capabilities which not only improve convenience and security but can also decrease energy consumption, contributing to cost savings.

SA Can’t Rely Solely on Renewables to Reach Net Zero Emissions Targets

South Africa has committed to net zero emissions by 2050, but the country’s power crisis is putting achieving this in jeopardy.

Green Tech Advancements Key to Sustainable Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa's Renewable Energy Sector

Hy-Mag circuit breakers for the protection of solar installations

Renewable energy capacity in Sub-Saharan Africa is projected to nearly double by 2027, with the addition of over 40 GW from alternative power sources. More than 60% of this growth will be derived from South Africa, largely due to its Renewable Independent Power Producer Programme (REIPPP).

Mitigating IoT Hurdles Can Unlock Billions for SA

With a projected annual growth rate of 13.28%, the South African IoT market is set to reach a staggering US$11.32 billion by 2028. This rise is largely credited to the commercial, mining, agriculture, and manufacturing sectors which are already harnessing intelligent water and energy management solutions.