Eskom has been given permission to bypass pollution abatement equipment at its giant Kusile plant.
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A plan to split Eskom into three units envisions most of the company’s R439-billion debt being allocated to generation.
South African renewable energy projects selected over a year ago are struggling to reach financial close.
South Africa and the governments of the Netherlands and Denmark have launched a $1-billion green hydrogen fund.
Eskom recently announced plans to install smart meters in homes nationwide as it seeks ways to reduce energy demand.
Trade unions at Eskom have agreed a new three-year wage deal on Thursday giving a 7% pay rise for each year.
The finance ministry has appointed a consultant to come up with a plan by August to allow Eskom to accept billions in loans.
South Africa will ask China to help ensure a reliable supply of solar panels to deal with the country’s energy crisis.
Eskom chairman Mpho Makwana said further gains can be expected from the utility’s generating fleet.
The presidency says South Africa is moving quickly from a centrally planned energy system to a decentralised, liberalised electricity market.