At the recent Smart E trade fair, BYD Energy Storage made headlines with the unveiling of its fourth-generation home battery system, the Battery-Box HVB (High […]
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Platinum’s Major Boost in South Africa Through EU Backing of Green Hydrogen Generation
South Africa’s abundant platinum group metals (PGMs) have received a significant boost, with the European Union’s backing of green hydrogen generation at the EU-South Africa Summit in Cape Town. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized clean energy and green hydrogen as key components of the €4.7 billion (R94 billion) investment package announced during the summit.
International Day of Clean Energy: Empowering Women and Transforming Lives in Africa
International Day of Clean Energy January 26th: African Development Bank promotes women’s empowerment through sustainable energy business development. When Grace Akingurwaruh signed up to become a seller of coal-efficient, improved-cooking stoves, she had no idea that she’d be successful enough to purchase her first smartphone – a godsend which enables her to remain in regular contact with her customers and get new business.
Ethiopia Bans Non-Electric Car Imports: Leading the Way Toward a Green Future
Ethiopia has made a groundbreaking move by becoming the first country in the world to ban the import of non-electric private vehicles. This ambitious policy, which took effect in January, aims to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainable energy. While the country is rapidly increasing its electric vehicle (EV) imports, challenges such as a shortage of infrastructure, skilled technicians, and vehicle reliability issues remain. Despite these hurdles, Ethiopia’s commitment to a green transition, supported by the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam, sets the stage for a new chapter in global efforts towards cleaner transportation.
Mission 300: A Global Coalition’s Ambitious Plan to Electrify 300 Million Africans by 2030
Ahead of Climate Week NYC, a global coalition of organizations, including the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL), and The Rockefeller Foundation, launched “Mission 300” to bring electricity to 300 million Africans by 2030. The initiative, supported by the African Development Bank and World Bank, aims to mobilize private sector financing and technical assistance across 11 African nations, transforming energy access and fostering economic growth across the continent.