Solar Rais

Energy and Sustainability
2025-04-30 - 2025-05-02 | Northgate Office Park, Johannesburg, Gauteng, 2169, South Africa
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 microgrids 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, CIOs, finance managers government officials, project managers, lawyers, 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.
How to plan for Net Zero outcomes
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 for data centres, farms, buildings.
Exploring maintenance planning.
Day 1 starts with project assessment, finance trends, design factors, and carbon credit calculations.
Day 2 covers natural capital management, Climate Change Act 22 of 2024 and Paris Agreement
Day 3 covers maintenance strategies, energy reporting, and global best practices for sustainability.

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 microgrid systems, plus optimal solar panel and inverter selection and project structure.
Assess projects on policies, regulations, and sustainable financing, including GSSB+ bonds.
Review construction techniques for timely completion and develop maintenance plans for sustainability.
Integrate carbon credits with energy projects like solar, manage natural capital, and ensure quality compliance

Duration
3 days. In-person, UJ on Empire, Johannesburg.
Cost
R 9,999

How to maximise returns on solar investments - Sunsynk Series
2026-03-10 09:00 - 11:00 (Africa/Johannesburg) | Zoom Webinar, Online
Each inverter brand has a maximum amount of energy it can give. Selecting enough solar panels whilst avoiding fire risks from overvoltage is a topic that leads to more revenue per square meter.
This training masterclass will include:

How to read a Solar panel data sheet
Hybrid versus grid tied inverters
How to quickly design
How to quickly estimate energy output
Where to buy solar inverters
Hear from a Certified Sunsynk Installer

This masterclass will equip you with the knowledge to confidently size, select, and close solar-powered inverters.
What will you learn:
1️⃣ Understanding Inverter Systems

Grid-tied vs hybrid vs off-grid
Residential and commercial considerations
MPPTs limitations
How temperature de-rates equipment
Current and Voltage considerations
Oversizing benefits like battery charging and selling back excess power

2️⃣ Solar panels

Avoiding fire hazards of the MPPT from over voltage
ROI considerations of panel choice
Matching solar panels with your MPPT
Maximising the solar configuration considering shading

3️⃣ Compliance & Risk

Certificate of Compliance (CoC)
Municipal approval requirements
Insurance considerations
What happens if the system is illegal or non-compliant

4️⃣ Installing Solar Correctly

How to ensure installations meet compliance basics
Quality control of screws and workmanship
Record voltage measurements on site
Secure and tidy cable management
Fuse and Isolator for DC protection
Thermal Infrared Scanning as last measure

Duration
Half day. 9am – 11am.
Receive a course certificate after a short multiple choice questionnaire test.
Cost
R 400

How to maximise returns on solar investments - Duracell Series
2026-03-12 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar, Online
Each inverter brand has a maximum amount of energy it can give. Selecting enough solar panels whilst avoiding fire risks from overvoltage is a topic that leads to more revenue per square meter.
This training masterclass will include:

How to read a Solar panel data sheet
Hybrid versus grid tied inverters
How to quickly design
How to quickly estimate energy output
Where to buy solar inverters
Hear from a Certified Duracell Installer

This masterclass will equip you with the knowledge to confidently size, select, and close solar-powered inverters.
What will you learn:
1️⃣ Understanding Inverter Systems

Grid-tied vs hybrid vs off-grid
Residential and commercial considerations
MPPTs limitations
How temperature de-rates equipment
Current and Voltage considerations
Oversizing benefits like battery charging and selling back excess power

2️⃣ Solar panels

Avoiding fire hazards of the MPPT from over voltage
ROI considerations of panel choice
Matching solar panels with your MPPT
Maximising the solar configuration considering shading

3️⃣ Compliance & Risk

Certificate of Compliance (CoC)
Municipal approval requirements
Insurance considerations
What happens if the system is illegal or non-compliant

4️⃣ Installing Solar Correctly

How to ensure installations meet compliance basics
Quality control of screws and workmanship
Record voltage measurements on site
Secure and tidy cable management
Fuse and Isolator for DC protection
Thermal Infrared Scanning as last measure

Duration
Half day. 9am – 11am.
Receive a course certificate after a short multiple choice questionnaire test.
Cost
R 400

How to maximise returns on solar investments - Victron Series
2026-03-17 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar, Online
Each inverter brand has a maximum amount of energy it can give. Selecting enough solar panels whilst avoiding fire risks from overvoltage is a topic that leads to more revenue per square meter.
This training masterclass will include:

How to read a Solar panel data sheet
Hybrid versus grid tied inverters
How to quickly design
How to quickly estimate energy output
Where to buy solar inverters
Hear from a Certified Victron Installer

This masterclass will equip you with the knowledge to confidently size, select, and close solar-powered inverters.
What will you learn:
1️⃣ Understanding Inverter Systems

Grid-tied vs hybrid vs off-grid
Residential and commercial considerations
MPPTs limitations
How temperature de-rates equipment
Current and Voltage considerations
Oversizing benefits like battery charging and selling back excess power

2️⃣ Solar panels

Avoiding fire hazards of the MPPT from over voltage
ROI considerations of panel choice
Matching solar panels with your MPPT
Maximising the solar configuration considering shading

3️⃣ Compliance & Risk

Certificate of Compliance (CoC)
Municipal approval requirements
Insurance considerations
What happens if the system is illegal or non-compliant

4️⃣ Installing Solar Correctly

How to ensure installations meet compliance basics
Quality control of screws and workmanship
Record voltage measurements on site
Secure and tidy cable management
Fuse and Isolator for DC protection
Thermal Infrared Scanning as last measure

Duration
Half day. 9am – 11am.
Receive a course certificate after a short multiple choice questionnaire test.
Cost
R 400
Tickets are non-refundable but are transferrable. Only refundable if event is cancelled. Ts and Cs apply.

How to Sell a House with Solar: A Practical Guide for Property Practitioners
2026-03-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Zoom Webinar, Online
Solar Is Increasing Property Value But Most Agents Don’t Know How to Sell It Properly
More homes now include:

Solar panels
Hybrid inverters
Lithium batteries
Backup systems
EV chargers

Yet many property practitioners:

Undervalue solar installations
Cannot explain system specs
Misrepresent performance
Miss compliance red flags
Lose negotiating power

This masterclass will equip you with the knowledge to confidently market, price and close solar-powered properties.
What will you learn:
1️⃣ Understanding Solar Systems (Non-Technical Overview)

Grid-tied vs hybrid vs off-grid
Battery vs no battery
What is an Electric Vehicle
What buyers actually care about
Typical capabilities of a solar pv system

2️⃣ Pricing a Home with Solar

How solar impacts property valuation
ROI considerations
Replacement value vs market value
Going green benefits for lifestyle
Some tax rebates possible

3️⃣ Compliance & Risk

Certificate of Compliance (CoC)
Municipal approval requirements
Insurance considerations
What happens if the system is illegal or non-compliant

4️⃣ Marketing Solar Correctly

How to advertise solar properly
What to include in listings
Common wording mistakes
Creating urgency around energy security
Selling lifestyle convencience

5️⃣ Closing the Sale

Handling buyer objections
Proving savings
Negotiation positioning
Selling future-proof value

Duration
1 day. 9am – 4pm with 3 breaks. Delivered online.
Receive a course certificate after a short multiple choice questionnaire test.
Cost
R 1,500

How to maximise returns on solar investments - Tesla Series
2026-03-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar, Online
Each inverter brand has a maximum amount of energy it can give. Selecting enough solar panels whilst avoiding fire risks from overvoltage is a topic that leads to more revenue per square meter.
This training masterclass will include:

How to read a Solar panel data sheet
Hybrid versus grid tied inverters
How to quickly design
How to quickly estimate energy output
Where to buy solar inverters
Hear from a Certified Tesla Installer

This masterclass will equip you with the knowledge to confidently size, select, and close solar-powered inverters.
What will you learn:
1️⃣ Understanding Inverter Systems

Grid-tied vs hybrid vs off-grid
Residential and commercial considerations
MPPTs limitations
How temperature de-rates equipment
Current and Voltage considerations
Oversizing benefits like battery charging and selling back excess power

2️⃣ Solar panels

Avoiding fire hazards of the MPPT from over voltage
ROI considerations of panel choice
Matching solar panels with your MPPT
Maximising the solar configuration considering shading

3️⃣ Compliance & Risk

Certificate of Compliance (CoC)
Municipal approval requirements
Insurance considerations
What happens if the system is illegal or non-compliant

4️⃣ Installing Solar Correctly

How to ensure installations meet compliance basics
Quality control of screws and workmanship
Record voltage measurements on site
Secure and tidy cable management
Fuse and Isolator for DC protection
Thermal Infrared Scanning as last measure

Duration
Half day. 9am – 11am.
Receive a course certificate after a short multiple choice questionnaire test.
Cost
R 400
Tickets are non-refundable but are transferrable. Only refundable if event is cancelled. Ts and Cs apply.

How to add sustainability to a business plan
2026-03-20 10:00 - 10:30 | Zoom Webinar, Online
Sustainability is no longer optional, it is becoming essential for business competitiveness, cost savings, funding access, and long-term survival.
In this practical webinar we will walk you through how to strategically embed sustainability into your business model. Not as an add-on, but as a core driver of growth.
You will learn how sustainability can improve operational efficiency, strengthen your brand, attract customers, and position your business for the future green economy.
This session is designed for both small and growing businesses across all industries.
You will get a business model canvas template to use for free. We offer business plan review sessions separately.
What will you learn:
• What sustainability means in a business context• Why sustainability is critical for business competitiveness• How to add sustainability goals to your business plan• How to reduce operational costs through energy efficiency• What is the Paris Agreement and what are the SDGs• How sustainability improves funding and investment opportunities• How to measure and track sustainability progress• Real examples of sustainability in action from Greater Tygerberg Partnership
Duration
30 minutes
Cost
FREE

How to maximise returns on solar investments - Goodwe Series
2026-03-24 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar, Online
Each inverter brand has a maximum amount of energy it can give. Selecting enough solar panels whilst avoiding fire risks from overvoltage is a topic that leads to more revenue per square meter.
This training masterclass will include:

How to read a Solar panel data sheet
Hybrid versus grid tied inverters
How to quickly design
How to quickly estimate energy output
Where to buy solar inverters
Hear from a Certified Goodwe Installer

This masterclass will equip you with the knowledge to confidently size, select, and close solar-powered inverters.
What will you learn:
1️⃣ Understanding Inverter Systems

Grid-tied vs hybrid vs off-grid
Residential and commercial considerations
MPPTs limitations
How temperature de-rates equipment
Current and Voltage considerations
Oversizing benefits like battery charging and selling back excess power

2️⃣ Solar panels

Avoiding fire hazards of the MPPT from over voltage
ROI considerations of panel choice
Matching solar panels with your MPPT
Maximising the solar configuration considering shading

3️⃣ Compliance & Risk

Certificate of Compliance (CoC)
Municipal approval requirements
Insurance considerations
What happens if the system is illegal or non-compliant

4️⃣ Installing Solar Correctly

How to ensure installations meet compliance basics
Quality control of screws and workmanship
Record voltage measurements on site
Secure and tidy cable management
Fuse and Isolator for DC protection
Thermal Infrared Scanning as last measure

Duration
Half day. 9am – 11am.
Receive a course certificate after a short multiple choice questionnaire test.
Cost
R 400
Tickets are non-refundable but are transferrable. Only refundable if event is cancelled. Ts and Cs apply.

Discussion of the Global Status of Renewables 2025 Report
2026-04-02 10:00 - 10:30 | Zoom Webinar, Online
Sustainability is no longer optional, it is becoming essential for business competitiveness, cost savings, funding access, and long-term survival.
About this webinar
In this practical webinar we will discuss the Global Status of Renewables 2025 report.
Since 2005, REN21’s Renewables Global Status Report (GSR) has spotlighted ongoing developments and emerging trends that shape the future of renewables. The REN21 Secretariat is based in Paris, France, and is a registered non-profit association under German law (e.V.).
This session is designed for governments, industry, civil society interested in sustainability and SDG 7 and others. No previous understanding of the topic is necessary, this is an inclusive session.
You will get a link to the report to read for free.
What will you learn:
• What is the Global Status of Renewables 2025 report• Why reading from REN21, the largest crowdsourced database in renewables is a good thing• Topic overviews and key highlights of the report• Hear from an acknowledged South African Country Reviewer
Duration
30 minutes
Cost
FREE
Tickets are non-refundable but are transferrable. Only refundable if event is cancelled. Ts and Cs apply.

How to maximise returns on solar investments - Schneider Electric Series
2026-04-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar, Online
Each inverter brand has a maximum amount of energy it can give. Selecting enough solar panels whilst avoiding fire risks from overvoltage is a topic that leads to more revenue per square meter.
This training masterclass will include:

How to read a Solar panel data sheet
Hybrid versus grid tied inverters
How to quickly design
How to quickly estimate energy output
Where to buy solar inverters
Hear from a Certified Schneider Electric Professional Partner

This masterclass will equip you with the knowledge to confidently size, select, and close solar-powered inverters.
What will you learn:
1️⃣ Understanding Inverter Systems

Grid-tied vs hybrid vs off-grid
Residential and commercial considerations
MPPTs limitations
How temperature de-rates equipment
Current and Voltage considerations
Oversizing benefits like battery charging and selling back excess power

2️⃣ Solar panels

Avoiding fire hazards of the MPPT from over voltage
ROI considerations of panel choice
Matching solar panels with your MPPT
Maximising the solar configuration considering shading

3️⃣ Compliance & Risk

Certificate of Compliance (CoC)
Municipal approval requirements
Insurance considerations
What happens if the system is illegal or non-compliant

4️⃣ Installing Solar Correctly

How to ensure installations meet compliance basics
Quality control of screws and workmanship
Record voltage measurements on site
Secure and tidy cable management
Fuse and Isolator for DC protection
Thermal Infrared Scanning as last measure

Duration
Half day. 9am – 11am.
Receive a course certificate after a short multiple choice questionnaire test.
Cost
R 400
Tickets are non-refundable but are transferrable. Only refundable if event is cancelled. Ts and Cs apply.

How to maximise returns on solar investments - Deye Series
2026-05-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Webinar, Online
Each inverter brand has a maximum amount of energy it can give. Selecting enough solar panels whilst avoiding fire risks from overvoltage is a topic that leads to more revenue per square meter.
This training masterclass will include:

How to read a Solar panel data sheet
Hybrid versus grid tied inverters
How to quickly design
How to quickly estimate energy output
Where to buy solar inverters
Hear from a member of the South African Energy Storage Association

This masterclass will equip you with the knowledge to confidently size, select, and close solar-powered inverters.
What will you learn:
1️⃣ Understanding Inverter Systems

Grid-tied vs hybrid vs off-grid
Residential and commercial considerations
MPPTs limitations
How temperature de-rates equipment
Current and Voltage considerations
Oversizing benefits like battery charging and selling back excess power

2️⃣ Solar panels

Avoiding fire hazards of the MPPT from over voltage
ROI considerations of panel choice
Matching solar panels with your MPPT
Maximising the solar configuration considering shading

3️⃣ Compliance & Risk

Certificate of Compliance (CoC)
Municipal approval requirements
Insurance considerations
What happens if the system is illegal or non-compliant

4️⃣ Installing Solar Correctly

How to ensure installations meet compliance basics
Quality control of screws and workmanship
Record voltage measurements on site
Secure and tidy cable management
Fuse and Isolator for DC protection
Thermal Infrared Scanning as last measure

Duration
Half day. 9am – 11am.
Receive a course certificate after a short multiple choice questionnaire test.
Cost
R 400
Tickets are non-refundable but are transferrable. Only refundable if event is cancelled. Ts and Cs apply.
