ENERTRAG South Africa

Today, we’re excited to celebrate Nkhensani Masondo’s first year as a Senior Environmental Advisor with #TeamENERTRAG! Reflecting on her journey, Nkhensani shared how her experience has been shaped by continuous growth opportunities: "At ENERTRAG South Africa, there’s always a focus on broadening one’s horizons. The company is dedicated to personal development beyond the office, and I’ve had ample opportunities to attend conferences and workshops that have deepened my understanding of the renewable energy field. Being part of this team reassures me that the sky is the limit.” Nkhensani’s commitment and enthusiasm have greatly contributed to our mission of driving sustainable energy forward. We’re excited to see how she continues to thrive and grow with us. #WorkAnniversary ENERTRAG

The appointment of Enos Banda as our new CEO, brings significant leadership into the future of #renewableenergy in South Africa. Enos brings a wealth of expertise to our efforts in tackling key challenges within the electricity sector, including grid constraints and the transition to cleaner energy in the Mpumalanga region. His leadership is pivotal as we leverage our global innovations and local expertise to accelerate the energy transition and support South Africa’s sustainable future. “Global innovation, local expertise, and collaboration are key to achieving a successful energy transition.” Enos Banda. Read more in Independent Media (Pty) Ltd here: https://lnkd.in/drjZJPvN #Leadership #Innovation #SustainableEnergy #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy ENERTRAG South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) IPP Office

Congratulations to Zinzi Sithole, who marks two years as a Junior Project Developer with #TeamENERTRAG! Zinzi shared her journey over the past two years, highlighting the key skills she has developed: “Some of the most impactful opportunities include gaining a better understanding of South African environmental regulations and permitting processes, familiarising myself with renewable energy technologies, and honing my project management skills. The exposure to coordinating multiple projects at once has been invaluable. Additionally, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders has really strengthened my communication and stakeholder engagement skills." Thank you, Zinzi, for your hard work and dedication! We look forward to seeing you grow even more in the years to come. #WorkAnniversary

#Windaba2024 - Yesterday, our Head of Development, Mercia Grimbeek, proudly represented ENERTRAG South Africa at the Windaba 2024 opening plenary, where she joined industry leaders from Globeleq South Africa Management services and G7 Renewable Energies (Pty) Ltd. Moderated by Wangari Muchiri from the Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC), the session focused on the Evolution of the Wind Industry. Mercia emphasized the power of collaboration across industry players in driving sustainable growth and unlocking South Africa’s renewable energy potential. The conversation underscored the importance of working together to achieve a greener, more resilient energy future. #BuildingResilienceThroughWindPower #WindMatters South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) ENERTRAG

COMPANY NEWS: We are pleased to announce the appointment of Enos Banda as the new Chief Executive Officer of ENERTRAG South Africa. Dr Tobias Bischof-Niemz, a member of our management board, describes this appointment as a bold new chapter for our South African operations, where we've developed a substantial renewables pipeline. “Under Enos’ leadership, we are reinforcing our commitment to driving innovation and delivering sustainable energy solutions to South Africa, especially in the coal region of Mpumalanga." Similarly, Enos shared his enthusiasm for joining ENERTRAG South Africa during a period of transformation: “Our goal is to drive meaningful change by leveraging ENERTRAG’s global innovations and pioneering work in South African grid development and investment." Read more about the appointment on Engineering News here: https://lnkd.in/d36PzNH2 ENERTRAG South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) IPP Office

#Windaba2024 Another member of our team, Head of Technical, Dr Clinton Carter Brown, will also be participating in the upcoming Windaba 2024 Conference & Exhibition in Cape Town. Clinton will join other expert colleagues as part the 'Connecting To A Constrained Grid' breakaway session on Day 2, which will unpack ideas to overcome the constrained grid challenge, to help plan the short and medium term options that will help the country mitigate this pressing issue. To read more on this topic, take a look at Clinton's recent insights in more detail on Engineering News here: https://lnkd.in/dxMvDNRg To register your attendance at Windaba, visit: https://lnkd.in/dAN-YDj6 #BuildingResilienceThroughWindPower #WindMatters #SAWEA South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) ENERTRAG

This #HeritageDay, we are proud to highlight the part we play in building a sustainable future, one that honours our nation's rich history and the stories of our South African heroes over the years. As we continue to drive renewable energy development we reflect on the spirit of innovation and resilience that defines our heritage. We celebrate the lives of the South African heroes who have shaped our journey—those who believed in the power of change and a brighter future. #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #SouthAfricanHeroes South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) South African Photovoltaic Industry Association (SAPVIA) IPP Office

Grid availability is critical for the success of renewable energy projects. In her recent Business Talk interview, our Head of Project Development, Mercia Grimbeek highlighted how we’ve assessed the potential in #Mpumalanga and found it economically viable despite lower resource quality compared to coastal areas. By optimizing grid use through innovative co-location of wind and solar projects, we’re ensuring that energy generation is both efficient and sustainable, supporting economic growth in the region. If you missed the interview and would like to listen to the podcast version, visit: https://lnkd.in/dgNj5sbN Michael Avery ENERTRAG South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) GreenCape Mpumalanga Green Cluster Agency Embassy of Denmark in South Africa IPP Office #justenergytransition #REDevelopment #windpower #solarpower

#Windaba2024 We’re excited to announce that our Director of Project Development, Mercia Grimbeek, will be participating in the upcoming Windaba 2024 Conference & Exhibition in Cape Town. Mercia will join other respected industry colleagues as part of the opening plenary on Day 3, and will also contribute her valuable insights to the 'Destination: Mpumalanga' breakaway session that afternoon. This year’s event will spotlight the wind sector’s strength and adaptability, under the theme: "Building Resilience Through Wind Power." To register your attendance, visit: https://lnkd.in/dAN-YDj6 #BuildingResilienceThroughWindPower #WindMatters #SAWEA South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) ENERTRAG South Africa

Congratulations to Dustin Rebello, our Head of Business Development, on his first year with #TeamENERTRAG! Over the past year, Dustin has played a pivotal role in securing key partnerships that have significantly contributed to ENERTRAG South Africa's growth in the renewable energy sector. Dustin’s approach is founded on trust and openness, which he sees as the foundation of any successful relationship. From there, he works to turn relationships into partnerships by identifying common needs and defining shared goals. His expertise in negotiations has been instrumental in fostering collaboration, which is increasingly critical in today’s industry. With shared challenges such as improving access to the national grid, enabling legislation, and securing flexible capital, Dustin’s ability to bring industry players together to find collaborative solutions has had a great impact on our strategic growth. Here's to many more successful years ahead! #WorkAnniversary