Energy minister Jeff Radebe said Eskom cannot meet the country’s power capacity requirements on its own.
The power utility announced on Monday thatEskom's decision to suspend load-shedding raises eyebrows“We estimate that the capacity extension under the IRP will cost in excess of R1-trillion in the period up to 2030,” Radebe said.Radebe said a successful energy efficiency programme will not only result in job creation but will also help increase municipal revenue.
Energy Minister Jeff Radebe will address the issue of Independent Power Producers and other renewable energy projects. Courtesy
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