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South Africa’s public power utility Eskom has decided to delay the closure of some coal-fired power plants, which were initially scheduled to be retired between 2023 and 2027
South Africa’s public power utility Eskom has decided to delay the closure of some coal-fired power plants, which were initially scheduled to be retired between 2023 and 2027. According to some reports, the Eskom board gave its approval for the continued operation of the Camden, krootflei, and Hendrina power stations until 2030.
South Africa experienced one of its worst electricity crisis last year with daily power cuts of up to almost 10 hours, adversely affecting the country’s economy billed as the largest, most developed, and diversified in the continent.
When developing countries are asked to prioritize green projects out of environmental concerns, various deals are proposed. The Just Energy Transition Partnership (JetP) financing model has raised questions. It is a controversial deal that was proposed to South Africa.
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The Komati power plant in the northeastern province of Mpumalanga was completely retired in a much-criticized move in October 2022. It is to be repurposed as a wind and solar power plant.
