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Question Findings for South Africa 1. In which countries, if any, do you expect to launch or expand low carbon activities in the next 12 months? (Select all that apply) South Africa respondents: South Africa 56% Germany 24% Hong Kong 20% France 18% US 18% Indonesia 18% Global respondents: Overall, 8% said they planned to launch or expand in South Africa 7% investors 8% developers 1b. What are the biggest […]
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By Garth Cloete, COO at Sustainable Power Solutions For many African businesses, energy has moved from being a background utility to a central operational concern. With grid constraints, rising tariffs, and unreliable infrastructure, these constraints increasingly affect how companies operate, manage costs, and plan for growth. At the same time, better solar and battery solutions […]
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Demonstrating its ongoing commitment to a sustainable energy future, Standard Bank, Africa’s largest commercial bank is contributing $20 million as part of a $50 million construction debt facility agreed between CrossBoundary Energy and the Facility for Energy Inclusion (“FEI”) in June this year. FEI, managed by Cygnum Capital (formerly Lion’s Head Group), is the lead […]
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By James Agin – Executive – Corporate and Investment Banking Absa Bank Kenya The urgent need to combat climate change has thrust renewable energy into the global spotlight. As governments, businesses, and individuals grapple with the challenges of reducing carbon emissions, the role of financial institutions in supporting and propelling the renewable energy transition is […]
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