Category: Energy

BusinessEnergyTechnology

Mpumalanga’s Coal Workforce Seamlessly Shifts to Renewable Energy Projects, CEO Reports

Industry professionals with deep coal mining experience are reportedly transitioning seamlessly to renewable energy roles in Mpumalanga’s wind farm developments. According to reports, this workforce adaptation is accelerating South Africa’s Just Energy Transition while maintaining employment stability in the coal heartland region.

Coal Industry Professionals Embrace Renewable Transition

According to recent reports, professionals with extensive coal mining experience are transitioning remarkably well to renewable energy roles in Mpumalanga’s emerging wind power sector. Sources indicate that Seriti Green, majority-owned by black-owned coal mining company Seriti Resources, has successfully integrated former coal industry workers into its renewable energy projects, with the majority of its initial team of 17 professionals having joined from the coal sector.

by Bennett Laura
BusinessEnergyTechnology

Tesla Posts Q3 Profit Surge as Buyers Rush to Beat EV Credit Deadline

Tesla returned to profitability in the third quarter as buyers raced to claim expiring federal EV incentives. The automaker reported $1.4 billion in net income despite a 37% profit decline compared to the same period last year.

Quarterly Financial Performance

Tesla reportedly generated $28.1 billion in revenue during the third quarter, marking a 12% increase year-over-year, according to the company’s earnings report. The electric vehicle manufacturer earned $1.4 billion in net income for the quarter ending in September, though this represents a 37% decrease from the $2.2 billion profit recorded during the same period in 2024. Sources indicate the revenue figures exceeded Wall Street expectations of $26.24 billion, based on data compiled by LSEG.

by Ortega Rafael
AIEnergyTechnology

GE Vernova CEO Confirms Ongoing Power Supply Talks with OpenAI as AI Energy Demands Surge

GE Vernova CEO Scott Strazik has confirmed multiple recent meetings with OpenAI’s Sam Altman to address critical power infrastructure requirements for AI expansion. The discussions come as hyperscalers face growing electricity scarcity challenges that could impact artificial intelligence development timelines. Industry analysts remain optimistic about GE Vernova’s positioning despite recent stock performance.

Power Infrastructure Talks Intensify

GE Vernova CEO Scott Strazik has reportedly engaged in multiple conversations with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman in recent weeks, according to sources familiar with the discussions. The talks have focused on addressing the substantial power generation and electrical equipment requirements necessary to support OpenAI’s ambitious growth trajectory in artificial intelligence.

by Bennett Laura
EnergyManufacturingTechnology

Repurposed Aircraft Engines Provide Bridge Power for Data Centers Amid Supply Crunch

US energy provider ProEnergy is transforming retired CF6-80C2 jet engines into mobile power generators for data centers. The converted turbines provide up to 48MW each and can be delivered years faster than new units from traditional manufacturers.

Jet Engines Find Second Life Powering Data Centers

Amid growing power demands and equipment shortages, data center operators are turning to an unconventional solution: repurposed aircraft engines. According to reports, US energy solutions provider ProEnergy is converting retired jet engines into mobile gas turbines that can provide temporary power for data centers during construction and early operation phases.

by Ortega Rafael
EnergyInnovationSustainability

Major 720 MW Karoo Wind Farm Advances With 100-km Private Grid Connection

A massive 720 MW wind farm in the Karoo region is moving toward construction with a self-built 100-km transmission line. The project, developed by Anthem and Red Cap, is slated to become South Africa’s largest wind facility upon completion in late 2028.

Major Renewable Energy Project Advances

South Africa’s energy landscape is set for a significant transformation as what sources indicate will be the country’s largest wind farm progresses toward construction. According to reports, the 720 MW Nuweveld Wind Farm in the Upper Karoo region is advancing through development phases with construction anticipated to begin by mid-2026.

by Bennett Laura