Between 2007 and 2021, Eskom invested R680 billion to increase its generation capacity. However, after this huge investment, Eskom produced less power than when it started. How innovation and technology assist wine producers farm better in South Africa Winetech and Vinpro once again joined hands with wine grape producers, cellar representatives, viticulturists, and other interest groups in the wine industry during its recent information days. Eskom’s big power station lie- South Africa Eskom has been telling South Africans that its ageing coal-fired power station fleet is the main reason for breakdowns. However, the real reasons are much closer to home. South Africa wants more wind power – but is also keen on not killing Cape Vultures Power generated through giant wind turbines will help ease South Africa's energy woes but threatens already vulnerable Cape Vultures. Zwanani Mathe | Eskom must improve energy availability as a quick win to end loadshedding There is no doubt that the future of electricity generation in South Africa will primarily consist of renewable energy and, possibly, nuclear energy. Hand-to-Mouth: South Africa’s power lifeline frays as Eskom scrambles for diesel In the past two years, Eskom has been forced to rely increasingly on the open-cycle gas turbines (OCGTs) — which were intended only for dire emergencies or use during peak demand periods — because of a steadily increasing number of breakdowns within its ageing coal-fired power fleet. Page 2 of 3 Start123End