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Rooftop activation

South Africa: The installation of rooftop solar PV systems in South Africa is set to exceed the annual projection of 5 MW because of continuing load shedding and an increase in grid electricity prices. Solar professionals are calling for more incentives and legislation to support this process and to increase the quality of PV installations.

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pv magazine

01 Oct 2013

“As load shedding continues across South Africa and electricity prices increase, the installation of rooftop PV systems as a means for generating power is becoming increasingly popular amongst commercial businesses,” says the South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA), a lobby of active players in South Africa’s photovoltaics market. “Those with 24/7 energy requirements or those …

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