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SAWEA is a leading Industry association in the SA RE sector promoting affordable, job-creating Wind and renewable power supply nationally. sawea.org.za South Africa Joined October 2010-
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energyDRIVE Cape Route 2025 Igniting Curiosity, Driving Change From wind farms to classrooms, energyDRIVE has travelled thousands of kilometres across South Africa—bringing the energy transition to life for young minds. Over the years, this mobile classroom has reached tens of…
Happy Heritage Day 🎉 🇿🇦 On this Heritage Day, we pause as a nation to honour the mosaic of cultures, traditions, and histories that form South Africa’s shared identity. Yet, Heritage Month is more than remembrance; it is a charge to envision how our legacy can be reimagined to…
Training abroad, winds of change at home 🌍🛠️ Nothing beats skill + opportunity. #Nordex Energy South Africa just sent seven of their best turbine techs to the Nordex Academy in Turkey, and the impact is already blowing strong. They’re coming back ready: mastering the Delta…
Gender Mainstreaming – Powering an Inclusive Wind Energy Future At the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA), we recognise that gender mainstreaming is not simply a social responsibility, it is a strategic driver of resilience, innovation, and competitiveness in South…
Municipalities are going mini-grid — and it’s changing the game. With rooftop solar, batteries, and embedded generation on the rise, municipalities are no longer dealing with one or two big suppliers… they’re juggling dozens of smaller ones. Great for resilience, but without…
New A4 Member Spotlight: #Envision Energy SAWEA is proud to welcome Envision Energy—a world-leading green technology company with a bold mission: “Solving the challenges for a sustainable future.” With expertise spanning Smart Wind Turbines, Energy Storage, and Green Hydrogen…
Project Development Standing Committee – Q3 Meeting SAWEA looks forward to hosting the Q3 Project Development Standing Committee Meeting on Friday, 19 September 2025 in a hybrid format. Members may join online or attend in person (for those that have RSVPd) at the @Globeleq…
Partner with @WindAcAfrica 2025 WindAc Africa — South Africa’s leading academic platform for wind energy — returns from 21 to 23 October 2025 at CTICC 2, Cape Town. This year’s programme will spotlight: 📄19 research submissions received from top institutions across South…
Q3 Project Implementation Standing Committee Meeting SAWEA is honoured to welcome distinguished guest speakers to the Q3 Project Implementation Standing Committee Meeting, taking place on Thursday, 18 September 2025 in a hybrid format. Members may join online or attend in person…
#Mulilo Energy secures R7bn facility from Standard Bank for growth Independent power producer Mulilo Energy has secured an initial R1.1 billion corporate facility from Standard Bank, with a further R5.9 billion available as its security pool grows. The funding will support…
SAWEA x @WINDABA_ZA | The Only Locally Owned Energy Conference in South Africa Since 2010, the Windaba Conference & Exhibition has stood as the flagship event of the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA), influencing conversations today while charting the course for wind…
Renewables investments bolster growth despite dim infrastructure outlook As South Africa grapples with electricity shortages and an ageing coal fleet, renewable energy continues to play a vital role in ensuring long-term energy security and economic stability. Reflecting the…
A4 New Member Spotlight: @Sarens Siba (Pty) Ltd SAWEA proudly welcomes Sarens Siba (Pty) Ltd to our growing network of leaders shaping South Africa’s wind energy future. As the reference in crane rental services, heavy lifting, and engineered transport, Sarens Siba brings over…
Committee Meeting, taking place Friday, 12 September 2025, 10:00 – 12:00 in a hybrid format. Members are invited to join online or attend in person at either the @edplatform Johannesburg office or the #NOA Group Cape Town office. This session offers members a valuable…
Driving Renewable Energy Awareness Across the Cape 🚍 From 13 October to 05 November 2025, the energyDRIVE Cape Route will once again bring renewable energy education directly to schools across the region. Since 2017, this travelling classroom has inspired thousands of learners…
South Africa’s first joint privately procured PV facility comes online A new milestone for South Africa’s renewable energy journey: @MainstreamRP has begun commercial operations at the 97.6 MW Damlaagte Solar PV Facility near Parys, Free State — the first renewable energy…
SAWEA Membership Focus: B1 & B2 Affiliate Tiers The B1 and B2 Affiliate Tiers offer accessible entry points into South Africa’s wind energy sector, ideal for academic institutions, non-profits, SMMEs, and individuals interested in industry engagement or research. B1 Tier:…
Powering Change: Women Leading South Africa's Renewable Energy Revolution The energy transition in South Africa isn’t just about moving from coal to clean energy — it’s about creating opportunities where they matter most. Women are at the centre of this change. Distributed…
B1- #CapeAccessWind SAWEA welcomes Cape Access Wind to its B1 membership, recognising the company’s focused contribution to South Africa’s clean energy landscape. Cape Access Wind is an Independent Power Producer (IPP) committed to developing, owning, and operating…
Women in Energy Conference Recap | 29 August 2025 The Women in Energy Conference served as a powerful reminder of how much the sector has evolved from a space where women had to adapt to belong, to one where their leadership is recognised as essential to South Africa’s energy…

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