Energy Wheeling: The Silent Winner of SA’s Energy Transition
Energy Wheeling: The Silent Winner of South Africa’s Energy Transition By Katherine Persson, MD: Assets South Africa’s energy transition is often discussed in terms of megawatts, solar plants and battery storage systems. While these technologies remain critical, there is another development quietly reshaping the electricity sector: energy wheelin
Empowering Communities: Inside Project Springbok
Empowering Communities: Inside Project Springbok In September 2025, SOLA reached a defining milestone in South Africa’s renewable energy transition with the commissioning of Project Springbok, a 195MW utility-scale solar PV facility located in the Free State. More than just a generation asset, Springbok represents a new model for how energy infrastructure
EPC vs PPA: Which Model is Right for Your Business?
EPC vs PPA: Which Model is Right for Your Business? As South African businesses continue navigating rising electricity costs, grid instability and increasing pressure to meet sustainability targets, many are asking the same question: What is the best way to access renewable energy? For businesses exploring clean power solutions, two of the most common models
What Does a Renewable Energy Company (IPP) Do?
What Does a Renewable Energy Company (IPP) Do? As South Africa continues to navigate energy uncertainty, rising electricity costs, and decarbonisation pressures, renewable energy has moved from a “nice-to-have” to a business imperative. At the centre of this transition are Independent Power Producers (IPPs) – renewable energy companies that are fun
Battery Storage 201: Why PV+BESS Is the Next Step
Battery Storage 201: Why Solar + Battery Energy Is the Next Step for Businesses As businesses across South Africa look for reliable and affordable energy alternatives, renewable solutions are evolving rapidly. While solar power has already transformed how companies source electricity, combining solar photovoltaic (PV) generation with Battery Energy Storage S
A First-of-its-kind Private Solar and Battery Project: Naos 1
A First-of-its-kind Private Solar and Battery Project: Naos-1 South Africa’s energy transition is accelerating and a major milestone has just been reached. A landmark solar and battery hybrid project is set to transform how large businesses access renewable energy. Project Naos-1 represents the largest solar and battery facility developed specifically for
Renewable Energy and Storage in Southern African Mining (Webinar)
Renewable Energy and Storage in Southern African Mining (Webinar) The intersection of sustainability and operational efficiency is no longer a distant goal for the mining industry; it is a current necessity. At a recent high-level webinar hosted by EE Business Intelligence, leaders from the Minerals Council South Africa and the SOLA Group gathered to discuss
Buying Renewable Energy Without a Single Onsite Panel
Buying Renewable Energy Without a Single Onsite Panel We recently took to LinkedIn with a question that gets to the heart of South Africa’s changing energy landscape: “Did you know businesses can buy renewable energy without installing solar panels onsite?” The responses were a fascinating snapshot of where the market stands today. While 57% of [&helli
Different Types of Energy Providers in South Africa
The Different Types of Energy Providers in South Africa South Africa’s electricity sector is unique and complex, shaped by decades of infrastructure investment, evolving government policy, and an urgent need for cleaner, more reliable power. As the country continues to navigate energy shortages, ageing infrastructure, and climate commitments, it’s vital
Renewable Energy for SMEs: Unlocking Cost Savings
Renewable Energy for SMEs: Unlocking Cost Savings https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qkM7GTRCBtA South Africa’s energy landscape is undergoing a pivotal transformation. What was once dominated by coal and characterised by costly, unreliable electricity supply is now evolving into a more competitive, clean and decentralised system. For Small and Medium Enterpr
The Top 5 ESG Benefits of Going Green for Your Business
The Top 5 ESG Benefits of Going Green for Your Business As corporate sustainability becomes a non-negotiable, going green does more than lower your carbon footprint – it unlocks powerful ESG benefits. At SOLA, we help businesses adopt renewable energy via energy wheeling, enabling them not only to cut costs but to hit bold ESG […]
Rising Energy Costs Are Impacting Businesses – Here’s What You Can Do About It
Rising Energy Costs Are Impacting Businesses – Here’s What You Can Do About It Across South Africa, businesses are feeling the strain of rising energy costs and unreliable electricity supply. Whether you are a manufacturer, retailer, or agricultural producer, energy is central to keeping operations running, and its growing unpredictability poses a re
Africa’s first Multi-buyer Solar Plant (Project Springbok)
Africa’s first multi-buyer Solar Plant ushers in a new era of Energy Wheeling (Project Springbok) In September 2025, the SOLA Group officially brought into commercial operation the continent’s first multi-buyer, flexible energy-wheeling solar facility, ahead of schedule, as written by Mining Review Africa. This milestone demonstrates how SOLA, as a leadi
Rooftop vs Wheeled Solar: What’s Best for Your Business?
Rooftop vs Wheeled Solar: What’s Best for Your Business? A Comparative Guide by SOLA Group In today’s energy landscape, South African businesses are facing a defining choice: how best to transition to cleaner, cheaper, and more reliable energy. Solar power is leading the way – but not all solar is created equal. When evaluating renewable […]
Preparing for SAWEM: Key Lessons from Industry Leaders (Webinar)
Preparing for SAWEM: Key Lessons from Industry Leaders (Webinar) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rozNp9f_-jY&t=2s As South Africa stands on the threshold of a transformative energy future, SOLA Group proudly participated in a pivotal EE Business Intelligence webinar – “Preparing for the Implementation of the South African Wholesale Electricity M
SOLA signs land lease agreement with Eskom for renewable energy development
SOLA signs land lease agreement with Eskom for renewable energy development We have concluded land lease agreements with power utility Eskom, to develop some of its underutilized land in Mpumalanga. SOLA Group will use this land to develop two large renewable energy projects, with a combined generating capacity of approximately 345MW. We intend to conclude [
Sick of load-shedding? How wheeling can save the South African electricity landscape
Sick of load-shedding? How wheeling can save the South African electricity landscape Just as South Africans start forgetting about the resources that go on behind the scenes when they switch on the lights, they’re reminded about how much they’re actually reliant on Eskom. But the return of load shedding spells something even more concerning than [&hellip
SOLA launches its first engineering bursary to encourage solar PV expertise amongst electrical engineers
SOLA launches its first engineering bursary to encourage solar PV expertise amongst electrical engineers SOLA has launched its first engineering bursary, giving the opportunity for a final year electrical engineering student to have their tuition paid for and a job opportunity as a graduate engineer in the solar PV field. The move comes as part of […
What does a career in renewable energy look like if you’re a woman?
What does a career in renewable energy look like if you’re a woman? New SOLA executives lead the charge in a male-dominated industry Whilst Women’s day in South Africa marks the historical contribution of women to ending Apartheid, it is also an opportunity to bring into public discourse the long way we have to go […]
What the 100 MW license cap lift means for your business
What the 100 MW license cap lift means for your business In June, amid much celebration, Cyril Ramaphosa announced that the amendment of Schedule 2 in the Electricity Regulation Act – a clause that has long had both producers and consumers of energy at loggerheads with government – was imminent. Today, the amendment was officially […]
The Robben Island solar microgrid shows the power of solar PV and batteries
The Robben Island solar microgrid shows the power of solar PV and batteries It has been almost a year and a half since the Robben Island Solar Microgrid project was awarded to SOLA Build. After a thorough process of designing, planning and implementing, the project has been launched – and is a demonstration of how […]
