Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has announced that the province is significantly ahead of schedule in developing renewable energy capacity, with the ambitious goal of establishing energy sustainability through solar power and battery storage systems. Speaking at the Solar & Storage Live Cape Town 2025 conference, Winde emphasized that despite the current absence of loadshedding, South Africa continues to face an energy crisis that demands urgent action.
Energy Transition Stalls as Fossil Fuels Surge, Experts Report
The global energy transition has dramatically slowed as fossil fuel consumption surges, according to industry analysis. Natural gas and coal are experiencing unexpected growth while net-zero commitments fade from prominence. Energy experts point to multiple geopolitical and economic factors reshaping global energy priorities.
Shift in Energy Landscape
The optimistic push toward net-zero emissions that dominated climate discussions just a few years ago has significantly diminished, according to recent analysis from energy experts. Sources indicate that while renewable energy continues to expand, fossil fuels—particularly natural gas and coal—are experiencing substantial growth worldwide.