The Potential of IoT Tech in Energy Crisis Management in South Africa - IT News Africa | Business Technology, Telecoms and Startup News

  • 📰 ITNewsAfrica
  • ⏱ Reading Time:
  • 40 sec. here
  • 2 min. at publisher
  • 📊 Quality Score:
  • News: 19%
  • Publisher: 59%

South Africa Headlines News

South Africa Latest News,South Africa Headlines

Expert from IoT.nxt , a subsidiary of Vodacom Business delves into the need in South Africa for IoT Tech in Energy Crisis Management solar generators IoT Energycrisis techsolutions

The Internet of Things technology functions as a bridge between the physical and digital world, enabling faster, decentralized, and real-time feedback.

Given the critical nature of the energy crisis in South Africa, energy management has become a pressing issue. Home and business owners are actively seeking smarter ways to use and conserve energy. South Africa now boasts the largest per capita backup generators in Africa, with revenue forecasts exceeding US$159,000 by 2030. While both solar and generators are crucial for business continuity, there is a desperate need for energy management tools.

It offers remote management capabilities for businesses with facilities in remote areas, saving costs and revenue. Beyond business continuity, IoT technology has environmental, social, and governance benefits. The increased use of diesel generators negatively impacts the environment and may hinder businesses’ ESG agendas.

 

Thank you for your comment. Your comment will be published after being reviewed.
Please try again later.
We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

 /  🏆 27. in ZA

South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

6 new tech trends shaking up business in South AfricaFinancial services company Deloitte has published new insights looking into what the future holds for tech, business and work.
Source: BusinessTechSA - 🏆 24. / 61 Read more »

South African Govt Commits to Arresting Russian Leader Putin if He Comes to South AfricaAccording to News24, the South African government confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will be arrested, following an arrest warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC), if he visits the country to attend the BRICS Summit in Johannesburg in August.
Source: allafrica - 🏆 1. / 99 Read more »

Africa: How Africa Can Drive Its Conservation By Growing its Wildlife EconomyGuest Column - A new revelation from Queen’s University Belfast unveils a harrowing truth: close to half of the more than 70,000 species examined are teetering on the brink of extinction. This is an alarming wake-up call.
Source: allafrica - 🏆 1. / 99 Read more »

Africa: Ukraine War Looms Large Over Russia-Africa SummitAfrican leaders are to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg at the end of this month for a summit, billed as strengthening cooperation in peace, security, and development.
Source: allafrica - 🏆 1. / 99 Read more »

Africa: Sustainable Africa Key to Global SecurityTwo top officials underlined the UN's commitment to Africa's development during a dialogue with representatives from NGOs, civil society, academic institutions and the private sector, held at UN Headquarters in New York on Friday.
Source: allafrica - 🏆 1. / 99 Read more »

Sign Language Declared South Africa's 12th Official LanguagePresident Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a Bill into law which recognises Sign Language as the official 12th language for South Africa. During the signing ceremony, Ramaphosa said it also affirms the humanity of people who communicate with sign language. "Having sign language recognised as an official language will address access to education, economic and other social opportunities as well as public participation. People with hearing impairments will be able to also access more services, public information and a host of other opportunities," President Ramaphosa said. The legislation comes six years after the Pan South African Language Board noted parliament's "positive step" in its recommendation that Sign Language be declared the 12th official language, while the decision was still under Constitutional Review.
Source: allafrica - 🏆 1. / 99 Read more »