Forest Energy

06/01/2025

🌟 We're Back! 🌟

As the new year begins, the Forest Energy team is back and excited for the opportunities ahead.

Here’s to a year of collaboration and progress as we work together toward a sustainable future.

Cheers to 2025—may it be your best year yet!

20/12/2024

🎄🌞 Season’s Greetings from Forest Energy! 🌞🎄

As we wrap up 2024, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our clients, partners, and followers for your incredible support throughout the year. Together, we have made great strides toward a cleaner, greener future.

Our offices will be closed from 20th December 2024 to 5th January 2025.

📌 Important Information
If you encounter any issues during this time, please refer to the emergency procedures outlined in your handover document. Alternatively, you can reach us at [email protected], and we’ll respond as quickly as possible.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with warmth, happiness, and sunshine, and a prosperous start to 2025. We look forward to powering new possibilities together in the New Year!

From all of us at Forest Energy Solutions, thank you and happy holidays! 🎁

11/12/2024

🌍 Exciting Progress in Zanzibar: Off-Grid Solar Meets Sustainability 🌱

Solutions is proud to share updates on Phase 2 of our off-grid installation at , in Uroa, Zanzibar.

This project highlights the versatility of our renewable energy solutions and their impact on sustainable agriculture in the SADC region.

Project Highlights:

- 99 x 550W Solar Panels (54.45kW capacity)
- 3 x 25kW Sigenergy Inverters (75kW capacity)
- 3 x 40kWh Sigenergy Batteries (120kWh storage)

These systems power hydroponic sealed containers growing microgreens such as pea shoots, alfalfa, mung bean sprouts and wheatgrass.

The micro-greens are non-GMO and cultivated with green off-grid power in a climate-controlled, pesticide-free environment and distributed fresh to local eateries and restaurants.

Our team is working tirelessly to complete this installation ahead of schedule, fuelled by the Tanzanian climate and a little coconut water! 🥥

We are proud to keep pushing the boundaries of clean energy in Africa! 🌞

17/10/2024

South Africa recently witnessed the unbundling of Eskom’s transmission function with the launch of the National Transmission Company SA (NTCSA), which was hailed as a significant step toward creating a more competitive and democratised energy sector.

While this is positive news for the country’s energy future, it is important for businesses to brace for significant short-term cost increases.

Eskom has requested a staggering 44% electricity price hike for 2025, following the 18.64% and 12.74% increases in 2023 and 2024 respectively. With electricity prices projected (by us) to rise by 15% year-on-year over the next five years, energy costs are set to spiral out of control.

As noted by Forest Energy's energy expert, Matthew J. Cruise (MBA, BSc Eng) Cruise, in this article by News24 South Africa on Eskom's unbundling and the current reliance on diesel generators, the the energy price crisis is accelerating in the short term:

https://www.news24.com/citypress/news/unbundling-of-eskom-ntcsa-a-step-towards-a-democratised-energy-sector-20241010

While load shedding has been temporarily suspended, Eskom's financial model is unsustainable, and businesses will continue to feel the pinch of rising costs.

This presents a strong financial case for for businesses to turn to solar power, which provides immediate and long-term financial relief. Through Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), companies can install solar energy systems at no upfront cost, allowing them to realise savings of up to 30% on their electricity bills from day one.

Now is the time to take control of your energy future and protect your business from escalating electricity prices. To learn more about how Forest Energy can help your business save on electricity costs through solar PPAs, contact us today.

According to Matthew Cruise, an energy expert at Forest Energy, the launch of the NTCSA signals the beginning of a more competitive and sustainable energy landscape for South Africa.

04/10/2024

📢 Eskom’s 44% Electricity Price Increase and What It Means for Your Business

In our recent interview, we discussed Eskom's alarming 44% proposed electricity price increase and the incumbents' accelerating death spiral.
Businesses are facing immense pressure due to escalating electricity costs:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t7dc6ylMV3A

Forest Energy Solutions offers the solution.

🌞 Our Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) currently provides businesses a discount of up to 40% per kWh compared to Eskom’s electricity rates. With no upfront capital required, this option allows companies to lock in substantial savings from day one, ensuring both financial relief and energy security.

In the face of Eskom’s challenges, it's time to take control of your energy costs. Contact us today to learn how we can help your business transition to reliable, cost-effective solar energy.

Eskom is proposing a significant 36% electricity price increase for the 2026 financial year, which could enhance cash flow for its creditors, but create chal...

26/08/2024

🌟 Installation Update! 🌳

We're thrilled to share one of our latest installations featuring cutting-edge technology from , supplied through .

This project highlights our commitment to delivering innovative, financially optimal and efficient green energy solutions to our clients.

Thanks to Africa's innovative products, we’ve successfully installed a robust system that will provide reliable, green energy for years to come.

Contact Forest Energy Solutions to find out how you can receive a free solar system like this, through our Power Purchase Agreements.

21/08/2024

☀ Forest Energy in the News again!🌲

We're excited to share our appearance in the news yesterday evening, where we discussed the implications of the delay in South Africa's Nuclear Procurement Programme.

During the interview, we highlighted our projection that electricity prices are expected to rise by 15% over the next five years:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBiOHTL2Ym4

As a solution, Forest Energy is able to provide businesses free solar installations that reduces the cost per kWh of electricity by up to 40%, through our Power Purchase Agreements.

As energy costs continue to sky-rocket, it's more crucial than ever for businesses to explore sustainable alternatives like solar power.

Stay ahead of the curve—reach out to Forest Energy Solutions to learn how we can help you navigate the future of energy.

South Africa's Energy Minister announced that the country will postpone the commencement of the procurement process for a new nuclear power station to allow ...

16/07/2024

📢 Join us for an exciting presentation and networking, next Friday at Aarden Solar!

Title of presentaiton: Navigating the Future of Energy

Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights on:

🔹 Electricity Price Projections

🔹 Solar Opportunities & Challenges

🔹 Selecting the Right EPC

Learn how to prepare for the future of energy and make informed decisions for your business. We look forward to seeing you there!

📅 Fri 26th July from 10:00 - 14:00

📍 Aarden Solar: 40 Tsessebe Crescent, Ranjiespark, Midrand

https://maps.app.goo.gl/5EPZvmhHVgweofWPA

09/07/2024

🌞 Exciting News! Forest Energy on eNCA 🚀

We were recently featured on eNCA, where we discussed the current state of South Africa's energy sector. Despite a 9% decrease in peak demand compared to last year, we have still seen diesel turbines mitigating stage 2-3 load shedding over the last couple of weeks:

https://www.enca.com/opinion/restore-power-grid-discussion-100-days-without-blackouts

Key points from our interview:

Electricity Price Crisis: Eskom has applied for an 80% price hike over the next 2 years, this is likely to accelerate Eskom's death spiral as businesses realise it is cheaper to get power from the sun.

Load Reduction: Limited public data is available on the severity in Johannesburg, with many businesses experiencing prolonged outages due to lack of maintenance of distribution infrastructure.

🌞 Business Owners: Discover potential savings of up to 30% on your electricity expensies with no upfront costs. Sign a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Forest Energy Solutions and get a solar system installed for free.
We become your Eskom and sell you electricity at up to 40% cheaper rates than your current provider.

Contact us today to learn more about how solar can save your business money! 🌱💡

Last Friday marked 100 days since South Africa last experienced load shedding.

25/06/2024

🚀 Exciting News from !

We're thrilled to showcase our recent installation at Bay Village, where we've installed cutting-edge technology, paired with an IoT smart geyser controller system, financed through a Power Purchase Agreement.

This innovative combination makes Bay Village effectively loadshedding free, optimises energy cost savings and enhances sustainability, all for no upfront cost and immediate savings realised🌿

is the innovative next-generation battery and inverter solution that utilises the latest power electronics, digital, and AI technologies for the best financially optimised solutions.

developers, imagine harnessing the cost savings of advanced solar technology without any capital expenditure. With our Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), you can achieve this and more!

🔌 No Capital Expenditure: Access cheap clean energy without the financial burden.
⚡ Load Shedding Immune: Advertise loadshedding free residential units.
🌍 Sustainable Solutions: Reduce carbon footprint and contribute to a greener future.

Don't miss out on revolutionising your energy strategy and achieving long-term savings. Watch the video now and follow our page to learn more about how Forest Energy Solutions can benefit your projects.

23/05/2024

Catch Forest Energy Solutions this evening on Soweto TV from 7pm for a discussion on the Electricity Regulation Amendment bill, and what this means for the energy sector.