Solar installation specialists servicing Western Cape & Gauteng
The South African Revenue Service (SARS) introduced a Solar Energy Tax Credit under Section 6C of the Income Tax Act to encourage individuals to invest in clean electricity generation by installing solar photovoltaic (PV) panels. Below are the details of the incentive and its current status: Details of the Solar Energy Tax Credit (Section [...]
Microinverters: Powering Solar Efficiency with First Energy Welcome to First Energy, where microinverters revolutionise solar power. Microinverters: Maximise Solar Efficiency with First Energy These devices convert DC from solar panels to AC for your home. Thus, you unlock maximum energy potential. Microinverters operate as standalone units or pair with other inverters. For instance, FOX ESS [...]
Expert Asbestos Removal Service by First Energy Asbestos roofs pose a hidden danger in South Africa. While once popular, asbestos is now a health hazard—and the law agrees. At First Energy, our asbestos removal service ensures your property is safe, compliant, and ready for modern upgrades like solar power. Here’s why we’re your trusted [...]
Case Studies: How First Energy Transformed Local Businesses At First Energy, we don’t just install solar systems—we transform lives and businesses. Across the Western Cape and Gauteng, we’ve empowered local companies with reliable, cost-saving solar solutions. Curious how we’ve transformed local businesses? Check out these real-world examples from our projects at Our Solar Installations. 1. [...]
How to Reduce Your Business’s Energy Costs with Smart Solutions Running a business in South Africa comes with its share of challenges—rising electricity tariffs shouldn’t be one of them. At First Energy, we know that every rand counts. That’s why finding ways to reduce business energy costs is a game-changer for profitability. Here are smart [...]
The Benefits of Switching to Solar Energy for South African Homes South Africans are no strangers to power challenges. Load shedding, rising electricity costs, and an unpredictable grid have left many homeowners searching for reliable alternatives. Solar energy for South African homes offers a practical, cost-effective, and sustainable solution. At First Energy, we believe switching [...]
How Wind Farms Affect Wildlife in South Africa Are wind farms in South Africa harming local wildlife? At First Energy, we explore the environmental impact of renewable energy projects. For example, some wind farms fail to protect birdlife effectively, raising concerns about balancing green energy with nature conservation. Wind Farms Affect Wildlife Wind turbines generate [...]
How to Sell Your Surplus SSEG Energy to the City of Cape Town Do you generate extra electricity with your Small-Scale Embedded Generation (SSEG) system in Cape Town? At First Energy, we guide you to sell surplus energy back to the City of Cape Town. For example, this program enables approved SSEG users to earn [...]
Register Your Solar Panels: A Step-by-Step Guide for South Africa At First Energy, we understand how crucial it is to harness the power of the sun efficiently and legally. If you're a homeowner or business owner in South Africa contemplating installing solar panels, one of the key steps you'll need to take is to register [...]
Swimming Pool Heat Pumps At First Energy, we understand the South African climate can be unpredictable, but that doesn't mean your swimming season has to end when the weather cools. Our range of pool heat pumps at www.firstenergy.co.za is designed to keep your pool at the perfect temperature year-round, offering you and your family extended [...]