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    • They’re Calling This ‘The Tesla Of Yachts’

      12 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments

      Serenity Yachts is working on perfecting its first solar-powered electric yacht to meet the demands of the more eco-friendly billionaire.

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    • Bill Gates’ ‘Solar Breakthrough’ Could Change The World

      21 Nov 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      It never hurts to have Bill Gates as a financial backer, but then you still need to deliver the goods. Thankfully, Heliogen, a clean energy company, is on the money.

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    • The New Garmin Fenix 6 Watch Is Quite Serious

      30 Aug 2019 by Carrie / No Comments

      Garmin’s trying pretty hard to break new ground in the competitive smartwatch market, so let’s check in with their latest offering.

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    • Using Solar Panels In Cape Town? You Have Three Days Left To Register [Videos]

      28 May 2019 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments

      Residents using solar power have three days left to register with the City of Cape Town, or risk being cut off from Eskom’s power grid and hit with a R6 426 disconnection fee.

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    • Good Luck Trying To Get A Solar Power Project Up And Running In South Africa

      23 Apr 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      We’re all keen to cut out the need to rely on Eskom, and that’s especially true for some of our country’s farmers. Get ready for the red tape brigade.

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    • Keen To Get Your House Off The Grid? Here’s How Much It Will Cost In South Africa

      27 Mar 2019 by Carrie / No Comments

      If you’re keen to avoid load shedding forever, you might want to consider going off the grid. Here’s how much it will cost, according to three local companies.

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    • The Coal (And Carbon) Required To Charge That ‘Clean’ Electric Vehicle Of Yours

      06 Nov 2018 by Carrie / 2 Comments

      Bloomberg compared the mileage and efficiency of various fuels, in order to determine whether electric cars really are the most eco-friendly way to travel.

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    • Here’s A Pretty Cool Story Coming Out Of Robben Island [Video]

      15 Nov 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      Robben Island has come a long way since the dark old days, and nowhere is that more evident than in their latest initiative. Time to shine.

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    • If You’re Thinking About Solar Power At Home, This Is Your Moment – 40% Off These Top Quality Panels

      12 Jan 2017 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments

      The shift to more eco-friendly power solutions is growing in popularity. If the initial investment has been getting you down, however, this deal might do the trick.

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    • We Worked Out How Long It Will Take To Make Back Your Money From A Solar Geyser

      06 Oct 2016 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      Everyone’s trying to save a few bucks here and there, but going solar is expensive isn’t it? Let’s crunch a few numbers and see how it plays out.

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    • These Guys Are Making It Really Easy (And Affordable) To ‘Go Green’ Around The House

      16 Sep 2016 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      Everyone’s talking about going green these days, and it’s actually never been easier (or more cost effective) to put your money where you mouth is.

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    • Monday Morning Spice

      25 Apr 2016 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments

      Solar plane crosses Pacific. Will Smith spoke to Prince night before death. Denel to set record straight. MyCiti stations closed following damage. North Korea launches submarine missile. India’s Branson loses passport. Winnie gets national honour.

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    • Surely If You Don’t Have A Solar Light By Now You Are Alone

      17 Aug 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      The idea of sitting around a campfire is a winner, sure, but sometimes you want luxuries like light that won’t scold your face and a fully charged cellphone. You can have both pretty easily.

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    • Things Are About to Get Hairy – This Is Why You Need To Start Watching The Solar Plane Going Around The World

      30 Jun 2015 by Kiernan / No Comments

      Whilst the Solar Impulse 2 has been flying since last March, the next five days are set to be the most daring. This is the part where we really sit up and take notice.

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    • Remember That Solar Powered Plane? Don’t Try To Fly In Cloudy Weather

      19 Jun 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      With the price of fuel increasing, thus increasing the cost of flying, it sure is time to start looking at alternative methods to gain power – hence this amazing round the world mission.

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    • Who Needs Electricity When You Have These Revolutionary Energy Lamps?

      19 May 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      Now more than ever we need to be looking at alternative energy sources. Here’s the latest solar-powered gadget to help you out around the house

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    • You Can Kick Eskom To The Curb For About R350 000 [Infographic]

      29 Jan 2015 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      Are you afraid of the dark? Sorry for you. Eskom says the darkness will carry on for a good few years. You can either invest in a candle factory or go Off The Grid.

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    • FINALLY: We’ve Found A Place That Sells Those Solar-Powered Jars 2 For 1

      01 Aug 2014 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments

      If you go to the V&A Waterfront there is a shop that sells solar-powered glass jars for more than you thought possible. Now you can get TWO solar-powered Sun Jars for the same price!

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    • You Know Those Overpriced Solar-Powered LED Glass Jar Lamps? They’re Only R169 Now (Delivered)

      25 Jun 2014 by Seth Rotherham / No Comments

      Constructed from traditional Mason Jars and energy efficient LED lights, the Sun Jars are the ideal way to decoratively light your home. Simply leave your Sun Jar outside or on a sunny windowsill for a few hours and you’ll be able to enjoy a warm, eco-friendly glow.

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    • This Solar-Powered Plane Will Be Flying Around The World [VIDEO]

      10 Apr 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      A new aircraft called the Solar Impulse 2, was unveiled in Switzerland on 9 April. In 2015 its creators plan to circumnavigate globe in the plane that is completely solar-powered.

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    • Solar-Powered Plane Completes The First Leg Of Its Epic Journey Across The USA [VIDEOS]

      06 May 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      The solar-powered plane named the ‘Solar Impulse’ embarked on its maiden voyage in the United States on Friday morning from Moffet Field, near San Francisco and has successfully landed in Phoenix, Arizona. This was the first leg of the plane’s journey across the United States using energy produced by the sun.

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    • Solar Panel Companies All Over The World Are Failing – Here’s Why

      03 Apr 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      Last month Chinese solar panel making company, Suntech Power filed for bankruptcy. And it seems it’s not the only solar panel manufacturer heading into trouble, with bankruptcy fears looming for a multitude of solar panel makers across the globe. Innovation in the industry has also taken a decisive dip as a compound effect of the […]

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    • The Future Is Now – Solar Powered Donkey Carts Get Green Light For School Transport

      25 Jan 2013 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      We have to keep reminding ourselves that this is Africa, after all, and innovative, location specific things happen in our midst all the time.

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    • Germany Eclipses Solar Power World Record

      28 May 2012 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments

      This will surprise you. On Friday and Saturday, German solar power plants produced a record 22 gigawatts of energy – the equivalent output of 20 nuclear plants running at full capacity. The country is already a world-leader in solar power, and hopes to be free of nuclear energy by 2022. After the Fukushima nuclear disaster last year, Germany decided to abandon nuclear power, and immediately closed eight plants.

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    • Inventor Crossing UAE In Solar-Powered Wheelchair To Prove Some Kind Of Point

      23 Nov 2010 by Jasmine Stone / 2 Comments

      Inventor Haidar Taleb is hitting two birds with one stone, sort of, by crossing all seven United Arab Emirates in a solar powered wheelchair to promote the use of renewable energy and raise awareness about causes for disabilities. Also, he’s going alone. And you can’t drink in most of the Emirates. And it’ll take 11 days. Road trip!

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