Africa50, a pan-African infrastructure investment platform, and the International Solar Alliance (ISA), a collaborative platform for increased deployment of solar energy technologies, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to support and finance solar projects in Africa
Energy
IRENA Coalition for Action swells its ranks
JinkoSolar, a solar module manufacturer, has become the latest member of the IRENA Coalition for Action, a network of leading renewable players dedicated to promoting the wider and faster uptake of renewable energy technology
Battery storage projects to empower Africa's grid
According to Synergy Consulting, a global financial advisory firm with extensive expertise in advising developers and governments on the deployment of battery storage worldwide, Africa must look to battery storage projects as a way to enhance grid stability and make the most of its renewable energy potential
Gensets generating growth
Generators are continuing to play a role as an essential piece of equipment on the continent, helping it achieve its predicted economic potential
South Africa and Germany sign declaration of intent over hydrogen development
The South African Minister of Electricity, Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, has signed a joint declaration of intent with German vice chancellor and minister of economic affairs and climate action, Robert Habeck, to explore the commercial viability of green hydrogen projects