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Local IPP reaches financial close for SA’s largest wind farm

Once fully operational, Overberg Wind Farm will be South Africa’s largest privately developed single wind farm, significantly contributing to the country’s energy security. The project is expected to cut RBM’s annual greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by approximately 30%, equivalent to 0. 7 million tonnes of CO2e.

Saturday Star News
Staff Reporter|Published

To the ice and back: Red Rocket Launches 10GW Wind Farm in Antarctica

Known for its extreme climate that comes with deadly blizzards, Antarctica is home to peaceful research initiatives by member states of the Antarctic Treaty. It will now be home to the biggest wind farm in the Southern Hemisphere – Kuyabanda Wind Farm.

Saturday Star News
Staff Reporter|Published

South Africa's R498bn wind power revolution: a 2024 industry analysis

South Africa's wind energy sector is undergoing unprecedented transformation, with plans to generate up to 76GW of wind power by 2050. This comprehensive analysis explores how recent policy reforms, including the Electricity Regulation Amendment Act and establishment of an independent Transmission System Operator, are catalysing investment and driving the nation's renewable energy revolution

Business Report Opinion
Published

WATCH: Firefighters tackle Newlands Ravine fire amid wind concerns

Amidst difficult terrain and strong winds, firefighters strive to contain the Newlands Ravine fire near Table Mountain

Weekend Argus News
Staff Reporter|Published

Arctic storms claim 14 lives across US as extreme weather intensifies

Devastating winter storms have claimed 14 lives across the US, as Arctic temperatures plunge to a dangerous -51°C in some regions.

News World
Yolande Du Preez|Published

Weather report: Strong winds and heavy rains predicted for parts of SA

The South African Weather Service has issued severe weather alerts for February 6, asstrong winds, heavy rainfall, and thunderstorms are expected to impact multiple regions.

News Weather
Dominic Naidoo|Published

Devastating storm rips through Augrabies, leaving widespread damage in Northern Cape

A destructive storm battered Augrabies, Northern Cape, tearing off roofs, damaging infrastructure, and leaving residents in urgent need of assistance.

News Weather
Dominic Naidoo|Published

Wildfire sparks panicked evacuations in Los Angeles suburb

A ferocious wildfire in a Los Angeles suburb, home to many Hollywood celebrities, devoured buildings and sparked panicked evacuations Tuesday, as hurricane-force winds tore through the region.

News World
Yolande Du Preez|Published