More on Eskom

This Engineering News article confirms Eskom's plans to continue down the coal and nuclear path. More specifically, it states "that the immediate options to increase the base-load would not include nuclear, as this option was too time consuming to roll out.", however goes on to say: "The power producer would also look at what role nuclear energy could play in its future power mix." It also says: "Poulton said that Eskom would focus on coal-fired power stations, clean coal technologies, and energy efficiencies. These base-load options would also, to a smaller extent, be supplemented with renewable energy options." One begs to ask what clean coal technologies are available for immediate implementation?

Also see: "Eskom makes top appointments as leadership crisis abates" Engineering News

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"SA seeks Options to Reduce Eskom Tariff Bid" Engineering News

Is enough being done about Energy Efficiency in Industry/Commerce? We'd have to agree that about the only good thing about a tariff hike is that it forces individuals and business to become more energy efficient, however, what about the people who live below the breadline and who hardly consume any electricity? What about if the tariff hikes are being put in place by a utility that seems to be in the shambles? Let us know what you think.