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Experiences with improved cookstoves in Southern Africa
This study explores user experiences with improved cookstoves, drawing on findings from household surveys conducted in South Africa, Mozambique, Malawi …
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System adequacy in the Southern African Power Pool: A case for capacity mechanisms
The requirement for increased investment in electrical energy infrastructure in the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) region is contextualised. Background …
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Perceived success of energy strategies for South Africa’s financial services industry
Energy strategies have become a global focal point involving both individuals and organisations. These strategies are implemented widely by developed …
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The viability of biomethane as a future transport fuel for Zambian towns: A case study of Lusaka
The objective of the study was to determine the viability of biomethane as a transport fuel for Zambian urban towns. …
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Novel measurement and verification of irrigation pumping energy conservation measures under incentive-based programmes
In most countries the agricultural sector, especially crop irrigation, is a considerable energy consumer. Farm irrigation studies in South Africa …
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Energy use in informal food enterprises: A gender perspective
The informal sector provides economic opportunities to the poor, and in sub-Saharan African countries it is dominated by women. Energy …
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The energy transition patterns of low-income households in South Africa: An evaluation of energy programme and policy
The transition to modern energy carriers like electricity is an important way to achieve to eradicate energy poverty. This study …
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Evaluating complex mine ventilation operational changes through simulations
Increasing the profitability of the mining industry is contingent on its ability to improve operational efficiency. Mine ventilation networks typically …
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Road transport vehicles in South Africa towards 2050: Factors influencing technology choice and implications for fuel supply
The South African transport sector is estimated to emit 60 MtCO2eq and require 800 PJ of energy, similar in scale …
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The impact of energy fuel choice determinants on sustainable energy consumption of selected South African households
The erratic nature of electricity supply in South Africa combines with other factors continuous to affect household electricity demand, leading …
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Recommendations for the energy efficiency technology landscape in South Africa
This academic peer-reviewed journal is an open access journal and publishes articles on technical, economic, policy, environmental and social aspects …
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The performance of split and integrated types of air-source heat pump water heaters in South Africa
Renewable energy technologies that can provide optimum and cost-effective energy savings to mitigate global warming, energy crisis and to achieve …
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Cluster analysis for classification and forecasting of solar irradiance in Durban, South Africa
Clustering of solar irradiance patterns was used in conjunction with cloud cover forecasts from Numerical Weather Predictions for day-ahead forecasting …
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Wind power variability and power system reserves in South Africa
Variable renewable generation, primarily from wind and solar, introduces new uncertainties in the operation of power systems. This paper describes …
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The impact of a fuel levy on economic growth in South Africa
Government expenditure is one of the factors that could influence economic growth and it depends on borrowing or on the …
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Transient stability control by means of under-frequency load shedding and a hybrid control scheme
An electrical network constantly faces unforeseen events such as faults on lines, loss of load and loss of generation. Under-frequency …
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Estimation of extreme inter-day changes to peak electricity demand using Markov chain analysis: A comparative analysis with extreme value theory
Uncertainty in electricity demand is caused by many factors. Large changes are usually attributed to extreme weather conditions and the …
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Design of a prototype generator based on piezoelectric power generation for vibration energy harvesting
The concept of harvesting energy in the ambient environment arouses great interest because of the demand for wireless sensing devices …
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Decarbonisation and the transport sector: A socio-economic analysis of transport sector futures in South Africa
Globally, governments are investigating transport solutions that not only reduce their national emissions but also decrease their reliance on energy …
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Experimental investigation of biogas production from feedlot cattle manure
Biogas can be generated from biomass in an anaerobic digestion process and used to generate electricity and heat as an …