Category: Renewable Energy
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The Forgotten Revolution: How Early Electric Vehicles Were Overtaken by Fossil Fuel Power
More than a century ago, electric vehicles quietly ruled America’s roads—clean, quiet, and years ahead of their time. But as cheap oil flooded the market and powerful industrial interests reshaped infrastructure and public perception, the promise of electric mobility faded into history. This article revisits the forgotten rise and fall…
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Academia to Industry: Lessons Learned from a Decade of Engineering Research and Teaching
Transitioning from academia to industry is a journey that many scholars contemplate but few truly understand until they experience it firsthand. My own journey began in 2014, when I embarked on a Master’s degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering. Over the years, I’ve earned a doctorate, and I am now…
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How Social Media is Transforming Smart Grid
The power grid is undergoing a revolution, and social media is playing a surprising role in this transformation. It’s not just about cat videos and funny memes anymore – social platforms are becoming powerful tools for connecting utilities with customers, optimizing energy use, and building a more resilient grid. Let’s…
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Private Sector Renewable Energy Investment in South Africa
The Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP) in South Africa has emerged as a shining example of successful public-private collaboration in the renewable energy sector. Launched in 2011, the REIPPPP has garnered significant praise for its competitive bidding process, which has led to some of the world’s most…
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Climate Change: Challenge for Developing African Nations
Climate change is an undeniable global crisis, and its impacts are felt far and wide. However, it is particularly devastating for developing African countries. These nations are not only disproportionately vulnerable to climate change but have also contributed very little to the problem in terms of greenhouse gas emissions.
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Transition to a Green Economy: Nigeria’s Opportunities and Challenges
The global shift towards a green economy is reshaping the economic landscape, and countries like Nigeria, heavily reliant on the oil and gas sector, face both challenges and opportunities in this transition. This article explores the potential impacts and benefits of a green economy for Nigeria and outlines key steps…
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Load Shedding in South Africa: Causes and Consequences
Load shedding is a term that has become all too familiar to the people of South Africa. It refers to a process of rotating power outages that are implemented to prevent the collapse of the national power grid. In recent years, load shedding has become increasingly common in South Africa,…
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