What We Get Asked Most: ASK SOLA Series
What We Get Asked Most: ASK SOLA Series Through our recent ASK SOLA video series, we answer the questions we hear most often from businesses exploring renewable energy. We’ve brought those answers together in this guide to help you better understand how utility-scale renewable energy works, what the process looks like, and how your business […]
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
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
Long-Term vs. Short-Term PPAs and Their Benefits
Long-Term vs. Short-Term PPAs and Their Benefits As the global shift toward clean energy intensifies, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) have emerged as an essential tool in financing and developing renewable energy projects. These agreements outline the terms by which electricity is generated, delivered, and paid for, making them key for both energy producers
Unlocking Clean, Affordable Renewable Energy for Your Business
Powering South Africa’s Future: Unlocking Clean, Affordable Renewable Energy for Your Business At SOLA, we’ve been pioneering innovative energy solutions for over 16 years. Today, we’re thrilled to introduce a groundbreaking new energy product that promises to transform the electricity landscape in South Africa. Just recently, President Ram