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Tag Archives: NERSA
Best Practices, Consulting Services, Power Quality Matters
Eskom at a Crossroads: The Urgent Need for Reform
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May
May
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Nov
Understanding the criteria for evaluating electricity tariff increases is essential for ensuring fair and equitable pricing within the energy sector. This comprehensive guide covers the key factors that regulators and utility companies consider when assessing proposed tariff adjustments. You will explore the economic, social, and environmental impacts of tariff changes, as well as the methodologies […]
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Power Quality Consulting, Power Quality Monitoring
The Challenges in Managing South Africa’s Electricity Sector
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Oct
Oct
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) stands at a critical crossroads in the nation’s energy landscape. Tasked with overseeing the electricity, piped-gas, and petroleum pipelines sectors, NERSA’s mandate is clear: to ensure a reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply for the country. Yet, in the face of South Africa’s deepening electricity crisis, NERSA’s […]
Introduction The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) plays a pivotal role in regulating and overseeing the electricity industry. However, recent events and historical practices raise questions about the effectiveness of NERSA’s mandate. In this blog post, we delve into NERSA’s licensing process, tariff approvals, and complaint handling. Licensing Challenges NERSA’s primary responsibility includes […]
What could possibly prompt Eskom or any power distribution companies to look into issues of unbalanced power networks? Could it be the threat of legal proceedings? I understood that a representative from Eskom was notified about potential network imbalances at the Modderbee municipal substation, but it might have been disregarded as unlikely. However, since I […]
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May
May
The modern power network stands at a crossroads, grappling with an unprecedented shift in energy dynamics. As the global push for sustainability accelerates, traditional grids are being challenged by the rise of decentralized, renewable energy sources, unpredictable demand patterns, and evolving technological advancements. The power network is in flux—requiring innovative solutions to balance intermittency, ensure […]
On the 2nd of October 2023, I published an article with the heading “Phase Imbalance in Distribution Networks” in which I stated that “In a recent unrelated “survey”, I came across a 10-minute averaged voltage unbalance of 327% between Phase 2 and Phase 1”. I also asked the question: is Eskom aware what is happening […]