There are two key considerations when moving away from coal-powered energy. Firstly, what is the safety track record of the alternatives, and secondly can these alternatives reduce supply risk? Switching from coal is not just about the environment. Commercial and mining interests cannot afford to move to an alternative energy source that in the long …
There is an intense discussion taking place around a future-proof energy strategy for South Africa. Other energy sources need to be explored and further researched to better understand how advancements in alternatives like gas will affect the optimal energy mix. Incorporating Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) into a company’s energy approach can mean a major increase …
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South Africa’s coal-fired plants were mostly responsible for 1.3% of global emissions, and worryingly contributed to roughly half of Africa’s total emissions in 2020*! But coal isn’t the only culprit. Industries requiring large amounts of power for the operation of heavy machinery, furnaces, boilers, ovens and smelters turn to a combination of undesirable hydrocarbon fuels …
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