Capetown, Western Cape (November 13, 2024) — Asoba, a utility scale Virtual Power Plant Company, today announced it has been selected as a fellow in the second cohort of the Compute for Climate Fellowship. Launched by International Research Centre on Artificial Intelligence (IRCAI) and Amazon Web Services (AWS), the Compute for Climate Fellowship is a…
In today’s data-driven world, smart meters have emerged as a key technology in managing and optimizing energy usage. Yet, despite their numerous advantages, many misconceptions persist about their functionality, impact on energy savings, and privacy concerns. In this post, we’ll break down these myths and offer a clear, data-backed understanding of smart meters—highlighting their role…
The global energy sector is in the midst of a profound transformation. As the world transitions toward renewable energy, Independent Power Producers (IPPs)—especially small and mid-sized ones—face unique challenges and opportunities. Central to navigating this evolving landscape is the adoption of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). These digital tools are proving to be a game-changer, enabling IPPs to enhance efficiency, optimize operations, and remain competitive.
Across Africa, the chronic power deficit is an enduring problem. Load shedding, blackouts, and grid instability have become an everyday reality for many African households and businesses, dramatically curtailing the continent’s economic potential. This article explores the history of Africa’s power supply, the current management and transmission issues, the economic impact of load shedding, and…
For industrial or municipal operators desiring an energy independent solution to grid instability but starting from square one, we offer a managed microgrid development service. This services on combining solar and battery storage into a comprehensive, end-to-end microgrid development offering. Our fully managed service spans the entire project lifecycle – from initial pre-feasibility studies, through…