- Advertisement -Cape Town is poised to become the first city in South Africa to own and operate a solar power plant, a significant step towards energy independence. The Cape Town government has revealed intentions to expand similar renewable energy projects across the region in the coming years. Additionally, Cape Town has issued a tender for its first battery energy storage system, which will feature a 5 MW/8 MWh capacity. This battery storage system is set to be installed at the same location as the solar plant. With these strategic initiatives, Cape Town is positioning itself as a leader in renewable energy, setting a benchmark for other municipalities in South Africa to follow.

Source: Ethiopian News October 12, 2024 17:39 UTC