Solar Energy

Rolling Blackouts in South Africa

Every South African is all too familiar with “rolling blackouts” — you just know them by a different name. In most parts of the world, scheduled power outages are a relatively rare occurrence… In South Africa,...

Load-Reduction Schedules for North West

Power supply issues resurfaced at the beginning of 2025, as Eskom faced ongoing challenges, leading to an increase in load-shedding. The North West province experienced many blackouts, leaving residents wondering what to expect with...

What Causes Load Shedding in South Africa?

Load shedding is a system-wide response to South Africa's electricity challenges. While it ultimately supports the resilience and integrity of the South African energy grid, it disrupts daily life, leading residents to question the...

Load Shedding Bulbs and Globes: Are They Worth It?

Load-shedding leaves households in the dark and businesses scrambling to keep the lights on, but load-shedding bulbs can provide critical illumination during regular and necessary power outages. Are they worth the investment? Learn what load-shedding...

Load Shedding Kits: The Complete Guide

South Africans have been coping with Eskom’s load shedding for years. If you’re tired of two-hour blackouts occurring almost daily with no end in sight, you can use a load shedding kit to provide...

What Is the Difference Between Load Shedding and Load Reductions?

The national power grid in South Africa still needs to be upgraded to keep pace with growing electrical demands. Eskom, South Africa's primary electricity supplier, is a state-owned company accountable for generating, transmitting, and...

How to Generate Electricity: Top Methods and Techniques for Sustainable Power

Wondering how to generate electricity? With our electricity grid under constant strain, power cuts have become all too familiar. The return of Stage 3 load-shedding this January was a harsh reminder that Eskom’s struggles...

How Do Solar Panels Work? A Clear Explanation of Solar Energy

Thinking about going solar? With our sunny days, ongoing load shedding, and rising electricity costs, more people are turning to solar panel systems to save money and help the environment. You’ve probably heard that...

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