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Browsing Archive: January, 2010

Building Your Own Solar Panel and The Benefits To You

Posted by Jo R on Saturday, January 30, 2010,

Solar panels have long been studied and considered to provide an efficient and low-cost alternative to electricity generation methods that have become increasingly expensive over the years. Unfortunately, with materials and installation expenses for switching to solar energy being too high, most people have opposed adopting the technology; notwithstanding the growing disadvantages that current methods of producing electricity are causing to the environment as well as the continually rising co...


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The Recruitment Process at Eskom

Posted by Jo R on Wednesday, January 27, 2010,
Carte Blanche is one of the best investigative journalist programs on TV today. Their shows always show the truth and investigate key topics and current events. It was no different this Sunday, when Carte Blanche investigated the the recruitment process at Eskom, showing how the "brain drain" has taken it's toll and how many expats from  overseas have been brought into Eskom.

Eskom has a tough job ahead fulfilling the energy requirement of our country.. but is this the right way to do it?
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Electricity Prices in South Africa to increase by 35% annually

Posted by Jo R on Saturday, January 23, 2010,
South Africans will be facing an annual tariff price increase for electricity of 35% per annum over the next three years. Yes, Eskom needs these funds, there is no point in complaining, but our pockets are already hard hit. Nersa and eSkom discussions have been concluded, and it is set, we will have to pay.

The DIY Solar Power and Wind Power solution is now more relevant than ever. To have the ability to generate your own electricity, means you can take charge and save thousands.

This has beco...
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