Sun Jan 22 2023 10:33:09 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) - QikTruck Media
South Africa has a long and impressive history of renewable energy development and plays an integral role in the global economy. According to the Department of Energy, the country has already achieved more than 23% renewable energy penetration, with a target of reaching 6.7 GW of total installed capacity by 2030. This impressive growth means the renewable energy industry will continue to grow rapidly, opening up more exciting opportunities for both businesses and individuals.
Solar energy is a huge part of South Africa's renewable energy landscape, with over 6 GW of installed rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) capacity and a further 1.2 GW of large-scale solar PV installed by January 2018. This growth is being driven by significant renewable energy investments, backed by aggressive policies and encouraging developments in the renewable energy technology industry.
Wind power is also playing an increasingly important role in the country's renewable energy portfolio. Between 2011 and 2020, the installed capacity of wind power increased from 943 MW to 2.7 GW, making it the second largest source of renewable energy in South Africa. With the government's ambitious target of 17.8 GW of installed wind power by 2030, the industry is sure to continue to grow.
With an abiding commitment to renewables, the South African government has also initiated the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme, which sets targets for increasing renewable energy deployment in the country. The programme aims to secure up to 4.7 GW of new renewable energy capacity by 2030 and is expected to contribute immensely to the country's transition to a low-carbon economy.
Biomass energy is another form of renewable energy technology garnering interest in South Africa. The country has great potential in this area, given its abundant natural resources and favourable biomass energy feedstock availability. Biomass energy is already being used in some rural parts of the country, and there are promising prospects for its potential for industrial applications.
With all of these exciting developments in renewable energy technology, South Africa is on its way to becoming a global leader in renewable energy. Given the significant investment in the sector, the country is set to benefit immensely from the growth in this industry over the years to come. Businesses also stand to gain from this growth as they will be able to benefit from lower electricity costs, while also doing their part to reduce carbon emissions.
At QikTruck, we understand the integral role that renewable energy plays in the South African economy. We want to help businesses take advantage of the plethora of renewable energy-powered technologies available, by providing them with reliable transportation services. Our fleet of trucks and expert drivers are equipped to deliver goods for businesses that are taking part in the renewable energy industry, so that they can continue to do business uninterrupted.
QikTruck wants to be a part of South Africa's move towards a low-carbon future and to ensure that businesses are able to make the most out of the renewable energy resources available to them. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your business take advantage of the exciting renewable energy opportunities taking shape in South Africa.