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Eskom at a crossroad

Eskom at a Crossroads: The Urgent Need for Reform

Eskom, South Africa’s state-owned power utility, stands at a critical juncture. Years of financial strain, operational inefficiencies, and infrastructure challenges have left the country grappling with persistent energy shortages and rolling blackouts. As power demand continues to rise, Eskom’s ability to provide reliable electricity has become a growing concern, impacting businesses, households, and the nation’s […]

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Implementing Modern Asset Management Technologies

Evaluation Criteria for Electricity Tariff Increases

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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Reform of NERSA—A Comprehensive Approach

The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) is entrusted with a vital mandate: overseeing the electricity sector, enforcing national standards, and safeguarding consumer rights. A key aspect of this responsibility is managing customer complaints, particularly those related to poor power quality—a growing concern that can cause significant inconvenience and financial losses. However, NERSA’s ability

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The Challenges in Managing South Africa’s Electricity Sector

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

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NERSA’s Role in the Electricity Sector: A Critical Examination

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

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Unbalanced Network Conditions—What Are the Gains from Poor Network Conditions

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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How to Balance the Unbalanced Power Networks

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

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