Energy

South Africa has a high level renewable energy (RE) potential available. As stipulated in the Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) 20102030, 3,725 MW must be generated from RE sources in South Africa. The Renewable Energy Independent Power Purchase Procurement Programme (REIPPP) was introduced to contribute towards the target of 3,725 MW. After delays o...

This study highlights targets and projects that are being planned and implemented by key power utilities in five Sub-Saharan African countries, namely, Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania, Kenya and Zambia. The research service also discusses the key challenges faced by the industry in each country with respect to increasing capacity and electricity tariffs, ...

The research service, titled 'Utility-scale Wind turbine Technology Options and Pricing in Africa,' gives the reader an overview of the various wind turbine technology options available from several of the largest international wind turbine suppliers, as well as the applicability of these wind turbines to various wind conditions, defined by the IEC...

The African power construction markets are rapidly expanding as a result of renewed energy infrastructure spending in Africa. This research service maps a strategic analysis of key projects currently underway in Sub-Sahara Africa as well as recently completed projects (2006-present). It further highlights the planned projects. It also supplies inte...

The high voltage transmission and distribution market in Southern Africa is fraught with uncertainty. In order for the region to grow, a stable supply of electricity is required. Generation capacity can only be increased if there is stable transmission and distribution infrastructure in place. This research service offers a comprehensive analysis o...

The energy sector in Namibia is dominated by liquid fuel usage, imported electricity and local wood fuel supplies. Namibia's economic growth potential lies in the development of its mines and the discovery of oil and gas. This research service gives a comprehensive analysis of the current energy situation in Namibia as well as the country's future ...

The Mozambican electricity demand is set to grow rapidly. This is due to large natural gas finds and the exportation of coal in 2012. Mozambique's GDP is expected to grow at close to 8.0 percent till 2017. Transmission and distribution infrastructure is the greatest restraint in the electricity industry and a new 'Transmission Backbone' is needed t...

Recent oil and gas discoveries in East Africa have promoted significant interest for investors in the region, driving growth in exploration initiatives. After exploration success in Uganda, the overall region has seen an influx of international players, including Total, Anadarko, Tullow, and China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), in the m...

The research service titled Financing Energy Projects in Africa  Extensive Requirements to Unlock Infrastructure Expansion contemplates the extensive financing that is required to fund required power infrastructure projects in Africa. Numerous challenges exist in relation to infrastructure investment on the continent, which can be overcome through...