In Sub-Saharan Africa, most countries are still developing and without reliable sustainable energy. The provision of reliable clean renewable energy is not only nature positive, but also reduces the 400 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions emitted annually by South Africa. Using success gained from previous solar projects that we supported or report on, we offer opportunity to master some fundamentals and specifics required to successfully commission solar power plants and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The adoption of Solar Power is in line with UN SDG7, since modern clean energy is becoming a cornerstone of decarbonising economies and providing daytime energy assurance. Solar power can reach where the current grid cannot reach due to the cost of transmission lines.

Target Group
SHEQ managers, facilities managers, finance managers government officials, accountants engineers, ESG specialists and auditors.

Contents

• • Current and future state of energy use in Sub-Saharan Africa.
  • What does Scope 1, 2, 3 greenhouse gas emissions mean.
  • What is the cost of a grid-tied and hybrid power system.
  • Case studies of successful Solar Farms for how to select the right panel and inverter.
  • Exploration of net zero goals and South Africa’s Climate change act 22 of 2024.
  • Equipment selection and quality standards.
  • Review project construction techniques to install within timelines.
  • Exploring maintenance planning in order to keep the farm sustainable in the long run.
  • Day 1 starts with project assessment, finance trends, design factors, and carbon credit calculations.
  • Day 2 covers natural capital management, BESS integration, and Climate Change Act 22 of 2024.
  • Day 3 covers maintenance strategies, energy reporting, and global best practices for solar farms.

Outcomes

After completing this course, the participant will be able to:

• Analyse Sub-Saharan Africa’s energy landscape, Scope 1-3 emissions, and carbon credits.
• Evaluate grid-tied vs. hybrid systems, plus optimal solar panel and inverter selection.
• Assess projects on policies, regulations, and sustainable financing, including GSSB+ bonds.
• Review construction techniques for timely completion and develop maintenance plans for sustainability.
• Integrate BESS with solar projects, manage natural capital, and ensure quality compliance.

Duration

3 days

Cost

R 9,999