The 2025 energy storage systems (ESS) landscape is anticipated to see continued growth, propelled by the integration of renewable energy, grid modernization, and advancements in battery technology. Here’s an overview of key developments:

The renewable energy market in South Africa is projected to grow significantly over the next decade. By 2024, South Africa's renewable energy capacity is estimated to be around 16.58 gigawatts (GW) and is expected to reach 28 GW by 2029, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.05%.

World Energy Outlook shows there are set to be almost 10 times as many electric cars on the road, with renewables nearing half of the global power mix, but much stronger policies needed for 1.5 °C

Major shifts underway today are set to result in a considerably different global energy system by the end of this decade, according to the IEA’s new World Energy Outlook 2023. The phenomenal rise of clean energy technologies such as solar, wind, electric cars and heat pumps is reshaping how we power everything from factories and vehicles to home appliances and heating systems.

Solar panels generate direct current (DC) electricity, which is different from the alternating current (AC) electricity used in most household appliances and the electrical grid. To use the electricity generated by solar panels to power common household devices, an inverter is typically required.

An inverter is a device that converts DC electricity into AC electricity, allowing it to be compatible with the appliances and the electrical grid. It changes the current's direction and converts its voltage to the appropriate level.