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The three Oasis 1 battery energy storage systems (BESS) projects, led by EDF group in collaboration with Mulilo, Pele Green Energy and Gibb Crede, reached financial close in November 2024. Awarded in the first round of South Africa’s Battery Energy Storage Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (BESIPPPP), the projects are expected to be commissioned within 24 months and will contribute ...

Old Mutual Real Estate Holding Company (OMREHC) has entered into an energy supply agreement with NOA Group Trading to power the Eskom connected portion of its diversified property portfolio. This wheeling transaction between the aggregator and commercial property company will deliver over 90% renewable energy penetration, enhancing OMREHC’s renewable energy strategy, aimed at decarbonising and ...

In 2024, the Golden Valley Wind Energy Facility, a majority-owned subsidiary of ENGIE, spearheaded a transformative initiative impacting schools across Somerset East, Cookhouse, Adelaide, and Bedford to address social challenges head-on. The programme, originally launched in 2022 with guidance from qualified social workers, has evolved to empower local youth to lead the charge. Now, trained young ...

Two Loeriesfontein community members, Leona Ruby Du Plessis and Mirko Klaasen, are thriving in their careers, showcasing the positive impact of education, dedication, and community support. Their journeys highlight how targeted opportunities for skills development and employment can transform lives and contribute to the growth of Loeriesfontein.

In today's evolving world, fostering leadership skills in young learners is crucial for both personal and community growth. Recognising this need, learners and educators from Sipho Camagu High School and Johnson Nqonqoza High School recently participated in a transformative residential academy through the Columba Leadership Programme. Funded by Cookhouse Wind Farm, this initiative equips students ...

An informative career day event aiming to expose Grade 9 and 11 learners from local high schools to an array of career paths, was held recently. Funded in collaboration with Perdekraal East Wind Farm, the Cape Career Exhibition Association, and the Cape Winelands District, the event provided learners with a unique opportunity to explore diverse career paths and receive valuable guidance on ...

VRT Pitt Primary School is proud to announce the addition of two new classrooms for Grade R learners, a milestone that doubles the school’s capacity for early education. This expansion will significantly improve learning conditions for young children from the Swellendam and Railton communities, addressing long-standing overcrowding concerns and fostering a more nurturing educational environment.

The casting of the 1,425 keystones required for the construction of a wind farm cluster near the Impofu Dam in the Eastern Cape has successfully commenced at a custom-built concrete tower manufacturing facility, marking a key milestone in the project’s development. Production is expected to ramp up significantly in the coming months to meet the demands of this large-scale renewable energy ...

A vital upgrade to a section of the sanitation network in Loeriesfontein, located within the Hantam Municipal area, has been successfully completed, with the objective of improving the lives of local residents. The Loeriesfontein and Khobab Wind Farms, in partnership with the Hantam Municipality and UDS Africa Professional services provider and project managers, launched this initiative to enhance ...

Salzonia Jordaan, Project Officer at Noupoort Wind Farm, has been honoured with the South African Wind Energy Association’s (SAWEA) ‘Raising Communities Award’ on behalf of the wind farm’s economic development team. This award recognises the wind farm’s significant contribution to the socio-economic development of the Noupoort community.