EDF and GIBB become partners in GIBB Power
On 4 October 2018, EDF, one of the world’s leading electricity companies, and GIBB, a leading engineering player in Africa signed agreements for EDF to invest in GIBB Power, a subsidiary company [...]
Why construction firms need to leverage the potential of technology
To rebuild itself for the 21st century, the construction industry needs to embrace innovation and new technologies. Across many sectors, companies large and small are ditching manual systems and [...]
Towards a broad energy mix and a focused policy
What is the ideal energy balance between various energy resources? Should we embrace renewable energy, and phase out fossil fuels entirely? Would this approach be able to meet the country’s [...]
It makes sense to have a clear policy and strategy in energy supply
JOHANNESBURG – In determining the ideal energy mix for South Africa, there is no objective truth. What is the ideal energy balance between various energy resources? Should we embrace [...]
Insights into SA’s water security
In May, Water and Sanitation Minister Nomvula Mokonyane made greater water security for all South Africans a priority, with the department setting a R15.1 billion budget for the 2017/18 [...]
Why mega-projects fail
While fingers have been pointed at examples of mega-projects with cost and schedule challenges such as Medupi and the multi-product pipeline, it not a new or uniquely South African phenomenon. [...]
Prestigious building goes green
The increasing demand on South Africa’s national grid has driven many businesses to invest in alternative energy efficient sources of power. One of South Africa’s leading consulting engineering [...]