Expected ROI of hybrid solar storage project in South Africa 2025

Is totalenergies launching a hybrid renewables project in South Africa?

Download the Press Release (PDF) Paris, December 15, 2023 – TotalEnergies and its partners are launching construction of a major hybrid renewables project in South Africa, comprising a 216 MW solar plant and a 500 MWh battery storage system to manage the intermittency of solar production.

Are hybrid solar solutions resonating beyond South Africa's borders?

As South Africa continues to unlock private sector participation and modernise its energy infrastructure, the lessons from Kenhardt and other grid-resilient projects are resonating far beyond its borders. Hybrid solutions represent the next chapter in the solar story—offering not just power, but progress.

What is happening in South Africa's energy sector in 2025?

The start of 2025 has marked significant progress for South Africa’s energy sector, with the Electricity Regulation Amendment Act coming into force and Bid Window 7 projects announced under the government’s Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP).

Why is South Africa a leader in solar and battery storage?

With this strategic pivot to solar and battery storage, South Africa not only asserts its commitment to sustainable development but also positions itself as a leader in the ecological transition on the African continent. Discover details on South Africa's strategic shift towards renewable energy with new solar and battery storage projects.

What will South Africa's new energy projects do?

Representing investments of over ZAR6 billion (US-$ 320 m) and totaling 340 megawatts (MW) of capacity, the projects will make a major contribution to South Africa’s clean energy transition while serving key players in the mining, data centre, and energy sectors, including Glencore, Teraco, Sasol, and Air Liquide.

Where is South Africa's new solar power plant located?

Located in the Northern Cape province, the site will supply dispatchable renewable electricity to the South African national grid for twenty years, equivalent to over 400 GWh per year.