12 February 2019 Brochure
SAGEN Phase 3 Brochure.pdf
SAGEN is focused on improving framework conditions for renewables and energy efficiency and assisting in their implementation at national and municipallevel.
SAGEN provides policy advice, technical support and practical training to government and businesses. Support is always based on partner needs and implemented in close cooperation with SAGEN’s South African partners.
31 August 2018 Research Paper Power Sector Reform and Regulation
GIZ_SAGEP, 2018, The electricity distribution industry in Germany South Africa-a review of policy regulation .pdf
This Discussion paper summarises the challenges and opportunities of changes in the German power market triggered by liberalisation and the Energiewende, and relates them to the energy transition challenge in South Africa. Based on German and South African experiences, the paper formulates suggestions for municipal utilities and a possible way forward for a new electricity distribution market design in South Africa.
This Paper is based on the outcomes of the South African-German Policy Discussion Workshop on Energy Market Design and Municipal Utility Business Models from 4th-8th December 2017 in Eschborn, Germany, jointly organised by SAGEN and the Secretariat of the South African German Energy Partnership (EP).
Author: BBH, BBHC, Eclareon, SEA
04 June 2018 Report Energy Efficiency Investment
Executive Summary_GIZ-AKUT Biogas Feasibility Study_Zeekoegat.pdf
This report provides a summary of the results for the feasibility assessment of a biogas to CHP project for the City of Tshwane's waste water treatment works facility, Zeekoegat.
Authors: Water Group Holdings, AKUT and AD Solutions
Executive Summary_GIZ-AKUT Biogas Feasibility Study _ Kingstonvale.pdf
This report provides a summary of the results for the feasibility assessment of a biogas to CHP project for the City of Mbombela's waste water treatment works facility, Kingstonvale.
31 January 2018 Brochure Power Sector Reform and Regulation
SALGA_GIZ, 2018, Renewable Energy Scenarios for Municipalities in South Africa.pdf
This booklet provides renewable energy options, along with key challenges and risks, muncipalities can explore as of January 2018. The purpose of the series of booklets is to provide municipalities with information on key topics within the energy and electricity sector that have implications for the role of municipalities in energy and electricity.
Author: South African Local Government Association (SALGA)
31 January 2018 Brochure Municipal Energy Management System
SALGA_GIZ, 2018, Opportunities in Energy Efficiency for Municipalities in South Africa.pdf
This booklet provides energy efficiency options, along with key challenges and risks, muncipalities can explore as of January 2018. The purpose of the series of booklets is to provide municipalities with information on key topics within the energy and electricity sector that have implications for the role of municipalities in energy and electricity.
01 December 2017 Study Capacity Building
GIZ_AltGen, 2017, Career progression of Wind Turbine Technicians in South Africa.pdf
The study followed five cohorts of technicians trained by SARETEC to determine their career progress. The study provided feedback from students and supervisors on the quality of the course and lastly investigates the acceptance of the wind industry in SA of the SARETEC offered qualification.
Author: AltGen Consulting
20 July 2020 Report Embedded Generation
GIZ_SEA, 2017, Low and Middle Income Rooftop Solar PV Approaches in South Africa.pdf.pdf
This discussion paper looks at promising policy and technology approaches to make solar rooftop PV more accessible to the greater South African population. The paper mentions lessons learnt from case studies analysed, the business cases for households and municipalities, and identifies various opportunities and recommendations.
Author: Sustainable Energy Africa
15 November 2017 Study Capacity Building
GIZ_AltGen, 2017, Assessment of skills needs for the wind industry in South Africa.pdf
Training requirements and projected demand for Wind Service Technicians (WSTs) are compared with actual employment and an improved methodology for calculation jobs created per MW installed is offered.
30 September 2017 Study Power Systems Planning and Operation
GIZ_M_P_E_2017_Flexibility_Study_Report.pdf
This study assesses changing flexibility requirements in the South African power system resulting from increased levels of variable renewable generation (solar PV and wind), with a time horizon until 2030. The expansion (and decommissioning) of both renewable and conventional power plants is modelled from now until 2030 according to the base case of the draft Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), as published in December 2016.
Authors: Markus Pöller, Marko Obert
01 May 2017 Guideline Embedded Generation
GIZ_SAPVIA_DGS_RED Engineering, 2017, Solar PV Installation Guidelines.pdf
The guidelines explain the basics of electricity generation, Solar PV components, planning and sizing of the Solar PV installation. Other general guidelines are presented on working from heights, recurring duties and appropriate example installations.
Author: Udo Siegfriedt (DGS Berlin), Clemens Brandt (RED Engineering)
30 April 2017 Study Energy Efficiency Investment
GIZ_Ibert, 2017, Biogas Utilisation at Zandam Cheese Factory, Case Study.pdf.pdf
This case study documents the business model for the ibert biogas plant at Zandam Cheese Factory, Western Cape.
Authors: SAGEN & Ibert
01 February 2017 Guideline Energy Efficiency Investment
SALGA_GIZ_PDG, 2017, How to use existing grants to finance energy efficiency and renewable energy_A guide for municipalities.pdf
This is a short practical guideline for municipalities on how to use existing grants to finance energy efficiency and renewable energy infrastructure. The guidelines provides guidance and examples of energy efficiency or renewable energy projects for each infrastructure grant.
Author: PDG
01 October 2016 Study Energy Efficiency Investment
GIZ_ARC, 2016, Assessment of Biogas Potential from Agro-Waste in South Africa.pdf
The study aims to obtain a high level estimation of the biogas potential from the anaerobic digestion of agro-waste in South Africa. The 3 broad categories of ago-waste sectors that were examined for the purpose of this study included the livestock sector; meat processing sector and agro-industrial sector.
Author: Agricultural Research Council (ARC)
01 August 2016 Study Energy Efficiency Investment
GIZ_Basadi, 2016, Solar Water Heater Baseline Port Elizabeth.pdf
The aim of consultancy was to collect baseline data regarding household socio-economic profiles, energy consumption patterns, current levels of household knowledge regarding SWH and the willingness of the community to be beneficiaries of the SWH systems. The objective was to indicate cost and energy savings calculations after the installation of the SWH, and to develop a community consultation and communication programme that will outline the required steps to ensure the success implemented at the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality pilot-project.
Author: Basadi Integrated Development Specialists
01 July 2016 Fact Sheet Energy Efficiency Investment
GIZ_AD Solutions, 2016, Biogas Technology Matrix.pdf.pdf
The aim of the review is to provide an overview of the different kinds of biogas applications focusing on the South African context. The report also mentions the typical substrates/feedstocks associated with each technology and conditions for its utilisation. Upgrading technologies for the cleaning of biogas is also included.
Author: AD Solutions
01 June 2016 Study Energy Efficiency Investment
GIZ_WEC 2016, Assessment of Biogas Potential from WWTP in South Africa.pdf
South African wastewater treatment works (WWTW) have a high savings potential on their electricity bill through the generation of biogas from the anaerobic digestion of sludge for their own consumption. The objective of this study was to review the potential of all municipal WWTW larger than 10ML/day for a biogas and CHP project.
Author: WEC Projects
01 May 2016 Study Energy Efficiency Investment
GIZ_AltGen, 2016, Skills Needs and Job Potential for the Biogas Industry in South Africa.pdf
One of the key aspects in developing a biogas market in South Africa and understanding the full potential of the technology is unpacking the specific skill-sets required and job potential that the biogas industry holds. Therefore, the objective of this study was to explore in detail the employment potential from biogas along the main phases of a typical biogas project, as well as 4 categories of project sizes. The study also looked at the various skills and levels thereof needed for each project phase.
29 July 2015 Guideline
GIZ_Goldblast, 2015, Mapping of the REIPPPP Authroisation Process.pdf
In 2012, GIZ commissiones n in-depth assessment of the state of RE regulatory environment as well as the constraints and barriers facing RE developer. the study provides an updated review of the regulatory procedures and identified major regulatory barriers experienced, and offers suggestions on how IPPs could be supported to reduce these barriers.
Authors: Michael Goldblat
12 June 2015 Brochure
SAGEN Phase 2 Brochure.pdf
SAGEN is the South African-German Energy Programme.
SAGEN works with South African institutions and the private industry in the energy sector to improve conditions for investment in renewable energy and energy efficiency in SA, leading to security of energy supply, new skilled jobs and protection of the environment.
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