Load-shedding and the Declining Energy Availability Factor: A Case Study of a South African Power Station

Kock, Z.; Govender, Krishna

doi:10.36941/mjss-2021-0063

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“…It is also essential to foster collaboration and partnership between public and private sector companies. The study by Kock and Govender (2021) has shown the need for accountability, good leadership and compliance with ethical principles.…”

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Factors That Affect the Effective Use of E-Government Procedures in Limpopo

Moloto¹,

Muchie²

2023

JSSM

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The purpose of the survey was to assess and evaluate determinants of the demand for e-government services among public sector employees in Limpopo Province. The survey was based on data gathered from 823 public servants and community-based stakeholders who work on public service delivery at a local community level. The 823 participants of the survey were 5 senior project managers, 5 senior managers working on finance-related issues, 6 Directors and Deputy Directors working on policy and governance-related issues, 4 technical managers, 15 mayors and their assistants, and 788 stakeholders working in the 5 Districts of Limpopo Province (Capricorn, Mopani, Sekhukhune, Vhembe and Waterberg) at various local communities in Limpopo Province (South African National Department of Public Service and Administration, 2022). Quantitative methods of data collection and analyses were used for conducting the survey. Indicators of the use of e-government services were measured based on a composite index developed by the United Nations Department of Social and Economic Affairs (2022) for developing nations. The study found that the perceived demand for e-government services in Limpopo Province was 54.01%. Results obtained from multivariate analysis (ordered logit regression analysis and log-linear analysis) showed that the use of e-government services was significantly influenced by 3 predictor variables. These predictor variables were the need for South African identity document applications and related services, the need for social grant services, and tax-related services.

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Factors That Affect the Effective Use of E-Government Procedures in Limpopo

Moloto¹,

Muchie²

2023

JSSM

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Integration of Renewable Energy Technologies for Sustainable Development in South Africa: A Focus on Grid-Connected PV Systems

Kumba,

Olanrewaju,

Pasipamire

2024

Energies

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Energy is essential for crucial development in Africa. The current electricity shortages and load shedding in South Africa show that the country faces significant challenges in reaching positive economic growth. For industries to operate sustainably, an innovative mechanism must be tailored to solve the negative impacts of industrial energy use, particularly climate change. This study aims to show how renewable energy technologies can provide new economic opportunities, contribute to higher standards of living, and reduce the impacts of society on ecosystems, among other things. This paper presents a feasibility analysis and optimization of new energy technologies by designing and simulating a grid-connected PV system for sustainable development. PV Syst software (PV Syst 6.8.8) was used to simulate and optimize the PV system. The software was employed to design and model the PV systems, calculating energy production, economic performance, and environmental impact. Using simulation data, the researchers compared PV system performance across three scenarios and identified the optimal system. Scenario A was chosen as the best system, with an energy production of 1720 MWh/year. Overall, the findings of this study suggest that grid-connected PV systems are a feasible and sustainable option for meeting South Africa’s energy needs. By implementing the results and recommendations, the government, investors, and community can work together to develop and deploy a successful PV system that will benefit all.

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Load-shedding and the Declining Energy Availability Factor: A Case Study of a South African Power Station

Cited by 2 publications

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Factors That Affect the Effective Use of E-Government Procedures in Limpopo

Factors That Affect the Effective Use of E-Government Procedures in Limpopo

Integration of Renewable Energy Technologies for Sustainable Development in South Africa: A Focus on Grid-Connected PV Systems

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