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Firm warns against motor replacement procrastination
Electric motors consume nearly half of the world’s electricity, according to the International Energy Agency, states WEG's Electric Motor LV&HV executive Fanie Steyn. Therefore, improving motor...
A Buyer's Market: Is it time to invest in solar for your business?
Solar energy has become a visible fixture in South Africa. But many businesses are still holding off on installing solar and storage systems. Can they afford to wait, or is this a good time to make...
Avoid The Pain of Motor Replacement Procrastination
Electric motors consume nearly half of the world's electricity (IEA). From heavy-duty cranes and pumps to conveyor belts and air conditioning, the world literally moves on electric motors....
UCT, Solarise Africa partner in installing backup power project
The University of Cape Town (UCT) and Solarise Africa, together with partners ACES Africa and WEG South Africa, have launched the UCT Faculty of Health Sciences backup power project at the Health...
Powering SA's Municipalities: WEG attends the 71st AMEU Convention
Municipalities throughout South Africa find themselves at a pivotal juncture. While energy demands increase and costs rise, there are also opportunities to participate in a new generation of energy...
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R1.2bn project to revamp Cape Town’s Golden Acre gathering steam
The R1.2-billlion project to redevelop Cape Town’s well-known Golden Acre is gathering steam, with construction work in full swing to convert the 110-m-high, 24-storey office tower, located in the...
New dashboard confirms strong pipeline of advanced grid-connected projects
A total of 332 generation and storage projects with a combined nameplate of 31.7 GW have either received budget quotes for grid connection in South Africa or have budget-quote applications pending...
New platinum development lowering hydrogen cost prospects, researchers report
A novel platinum development has resulted in the $2 per kilogram 2026 green hydrogen cost target being beaten. The new approach results in more hydrogen being obtained from less platinum and is...