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While household dependence on power utilities like Eskom is becoming a thing of the past as more and more households turn to solar energy, the end of oil companies as we know them is also on the cards. Nothing highlighted … Continue reading
One of the early things needed for the house was WiFi — for electricity monitoring equipment and other “smart” elements that might be included. Asking around, most people in the area use PaarlOnline — not always with great satisfaction. This … Continue reading
After being impressed by solar energy installations for poorer homes in the northern Drakensberg, I was delighted to discover that the biggest urban solar energy project for indigent families is nearby at Ekanini (population about 9,000) alongside Kayamandi in Stellenbosch. … Continue reading
Hot water from the outset was an absolute necessity because I’m not good at cold showers. And seeing I hadn’t worked out all the options, I certainly didn’t have a long-term plan. So I wanted the cheapest, fastest solution which … Continue reading
Household electricity for US$1.50 a month, replacing kerosene for lighting at US$10.00 a month.
In the USA, “Smart Homes” are all about convenience and consumption. In South Africa (and much of Europe) there is a far greater focus on sustainability and renewable energy… on being greener. CapeInfo set out to discover the feasibility — … Continue reading
