Featured in Solar America – 06-2010

Kick-off for solar energy

South Africa: The Republic of South Africa promises excellent remuneration for large solar power arrays, but connection to the grid is subject to negotiation. Neither grid operators nor producers are required to buy the electricity. Because they prevent problems caused by power outages, off-grid systems still play the most important role in the country, but the South African PV market could really start picking up next year.

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pv magazine

07 Sep 2010

South Africa loves soccer. The people of the Cape of Good Hope are feverishly awaiting the start of the world’s biggest sports event this summer. Security is not a concern for them; indeed, most of them will welcome the guests from all over the world with open arms. There is one concern, however, that the …

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