energy demand
Generation
Global electricity demand growth set to slow down in 2021
After experience its biggest decline in decades, global electricity demand is expected to rebound modestly in 2021.
Solar
Solar meets South Australia’s total energy demand for first time
Australia hit a renewable energy milestone early in October when solar power provided 100% of South Australia’s energy needs for a whole hour.
Energy Efficiency
Eskom goes back to televised Power Alerts
Eskom has relaunched the televised Power Alert initiative, which informs the public of the real-time status of the national electricity network.
Transmission and Distribution
Nigeria’s grid is set for a make-over to boost capacity
Siemens’ pre-engineering contract to expand Nigeria’s grid capacity to 25,000MW has been approved.
Energy Efficiency
India to save big from 1 million LED streetlights installed
India has installed 1 million smart LED streetlights as part of the country’s energy efficiency and smart city initiatives.
Generation
New deal signed to improve low-carbon energy supply in Ethiopia
Gaia has signed an agreement with 4R Energy to accelerate biomethane production and use to increase security of energy supply in Ethiopia.
Transmission and Distribution
Mozambique secures $420m grants for transmission upgrades
The World Bank Group has approved $420 million in grants to strengthen Mozambique’s energy transmission system.
Magazine Article
Africa’s ‘Energy Trilemma’
In order to effectively address the ‘Energy Trilemma’ – security, equity, and access – flexible and robust policies, that provide clear guidelines, are necessary...
