- JUWI will invest ZAR 6 billion to launch three solar projects in South Africa, totalling 340 MW, by 2025.
- Teraco, Sasol, Air Liquide, and Glencore will use the energy from these projects to reduce reliance on the public grid and ensure stable power for their operations.
- Regulatory changes and South Africa’s updated energy plan drive private investments like JUWI’s to meet renewable energy targets and address energy instability.
In 2025, JUWI will launch three solar projects totaling 340 MW, investing ZAR 6 billion. These projects will meet the energy needs of Glencore, Teraco, Sasol, and Air Liquide, major industrial players in South Africa.
The new solar power plants will help these companies cut their dependence on South Africa’s unstable grid. Teraco, Africa’s largest data centre operator, will use a 120 MW installation in the Free State to support its growing digital infrastructure for local and international clients.
Sasol and Air Liquide, partnering with JUWI, TotalEnergies, Mulilo, and Reptile Group, plan to develop another 120 MW plant. This partnership aims to secure affordable and reliable power for their chemical production facilities.
Glencore, a mining giant, will receive 100 MW of solar power to fuel its ferrochrome smelters. In collaboration with Pele Green Energy, this project will directly address the energy demands of Glencore’s mining operations.
Large companies in South Africa actively seek alternatives to the unreliable public grid. Recent regulatory changes, including amendments to the Electricity Regulation Act, allow private firms to launch independent power projects, enabling businesses to control their energy needs better.
South Africa’s updated Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) outlines ambitious goals to expand renewable energy capacity. Achieving these targets depends on private investments, which play a crucial role in complementing public efforts. JUWI’s solar projects reflect this trend, providing companies with tailored energy solutions.
JUWI’s projects align with South Africa’s strategy to tackle energy instability. Private companies increasingly take charge of securing renewable energy to support their operations.
Teraco’s solar installation will ensure reliable energy for its data centres, while Sasol and Air Liquide’s project will stabilise the energy supply for their industrial processes. Glencore’s partnership with Pele Green Energy will enhance its energy independence for mining operations.
South Africa’s ongoing electricity shortages force the industrial sector to seek energy solutions to safeguard their competitiveness. By investing in these solar plants, companies like Glencore and Sasol now control their energy supply, minimising the impact of power disruptions.
In conclusion, JUWI’s ZAR 6 billion solar projects will strengthen South Africa’s renewable energy landscape while reducing reliance on the public grid. As the country strives to meet renewable energy targets, private investments like these will accelerate the transition to sustainable energy. The projects serve the specific energy needs of large industries and contribute to the broader goal of energy security in South Africa.