Solar Power Companies are Revolutionising Home Energy
Embracing Renewable Energy: How Solar Power Companies are Revolutionising Home Energy In an era where energy costs are continuously rising and power reliability is decreasing, more homeowners are exploring renewable solutions like solar power. The appeal of solar energy is becoming increasingly hard to ignore, especially with the advancements in technology and financial accessibility provided […]
Fossil Fuel vs. Solar: Why South Africa Needs to Transition Now
As South Africa continues to grapple with electricity blackouts, rising energy costs, and the detrimental impacts of air pollution, the urgency to transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy has never been clearer. While fossil fuels have long been the backbone of the nation’s energy supply, their continued use presents economic and environmental challenges that […]
Maximise Your Monthly Savings with a Solar Cost Calculator
As South Africans brace for another challenging year of unreliable power supply, the issue of load shedding, load reduction and more continues to loom large. The increasing frequency and severity of these power outages highlight the limitations of the country’s aging energy infrastructure. With no immediate solution in sight from the national grid, many South […]
Solec South Africa becomes Alumo Energy
Founded in 2017 by property developers Matthew and Rein, Alumo Energy has rapidly evolved from an electrical contracting business to one of South Africa’s leading names in the solar industry. Initially focused on commercial solar installations, including major projects for Solar Africa at Balwin properties across Gauteng, Alumo Energy quickly recognized a unique opportunity to […]
Load Shedding Solutions: The State of Our Power & What To Do
South Africa has experienced unprecedented increases in load shedding over the years, with 2020 marking the highest number of power outages in the country’s history. With ongoing challenges at Eskom, including rising tariffs and an unreliable electricity supply, many South Africans have turned to effective load shedding solutions. As more people work from home and […]
Navigating Off-Grid Living: Harnessing Solar Power in South Africa
As the COVID-19 pandemic reinforces the “Work-From-Home” trend, the surge in load-shedding and power interruptions is driving a renewed interest in solar energy solutions for residential properties. Solar energy has emerged as a viable and sustainable alternative to the unstable national grid; it presents both financial and environmental advantages. This blog post will probe the […]
So You Want to Go Solar, but is Your Home a Good Fit?
If you’re seriously considering going solar for your home, then you’ll already know that a solar power system will help you to save on your electricity bills, get on top of load shedding, increase the value of your property, and play a part in protecting the environment.
A Case Study: Switching to Solar Power – What Could Possibly Go Wrong?
Choosing to go solar is the smartest decision you can make to reduce your electricity bills, safeguard your lifestyle or business against load shedding, and secure a future for the environment and your grandkids.
How to Maximise Your Solar System Performance for Added Cost Savings
South Africa is rapidly gaining interest in the future of renewable energy solutions for homes and small businesses with solar energy leading the way. Currently, solar power is the main source of alternative energy in United States households “with almost 2 Gigawatts of solar, 1.96 GW in total, installed in the first three months of […]
The Transition to Solar Power With the Right Solutions Provider
Thinking about Going Solar? You will Want to Read This First You might be thinking about going solar to reduce your electricity bills at home and protect the environment for your kids and grandkids. Or your concern is maximising the energy independence of a commercial building and reaping the benefits of solar as a reliable […]
Renting a Solar Power or Battery Back-Up System for Your Home
The demand and technological improvements have significantly contributed to the decrease in the cost of Solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems over the years. Various factors such as increased property value, tax benefits, municipal incentives and reduced exposure to energy price hikes have boosted the demand for PV systems even further. However, one of the main obstacles […]
How to Choose a Solar Installer?
Deciding on a solar installer can be the most challenging part of your solar buying process. You may find yourself in unfamiliar territory with the nuances of buying a solar power system for your home. Are you purchasing quality equipment? Will the system performance and meet your electricity requirements? Will the system be installed correctly? […]