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Electricity Tariff Hikes: How Solar Helps You Beat Rising Power Costs South African electricity prices have increased again, and for many households and businesses, the impact will be felt immediately on monthly utility bills. From 1 July 2026, municipal electricity tariffs increased across South Africa after approval from NERSA. The increase differs by municipality, [...]
New Carbon Tax Changes in 2026: Why Solar is Now More Important Than Ever Carbon Tax Phase 2: What the 2026 Tax Changes Mean for South African Businesses Posted at 09:45 AM SAST, June 4, 2026 by Gavin Thompson, CEO, First Energy Solutions South Africa’s new Taxation Laws Amendment Act 2026 introduces significant changes to [...]
First Energy Joins AREP: A Major Step Forward for Solar Quality & Customer Confidence Posted at 11:30 AM SAST, November 27, 2025 by Gavin Thompson, CEO, First Energy Solutions At First Energy Solutions (www.firstenergy.co.za), we have always put quality, safety, and long-term performance first. Today, we are proud to announce that we are now officially [...]
Think Twice Before Signing a “Rent-to-Own” Solar Deal in South Africa Rent-to-own, lease-to-own, and lease-financed solar offers are everywhere right now. The monthly payment can look attractive, especially when compared to the cost of buying a system up front. But before you sign, read the fine print. In many of these structures, you do not [...]
The Power of Solar Energy for South African Farms - Why Agricultural Solar is the Future South African farmers grapple with soaring electricity costs, persistent load shedding, and diesel expenses that heavily impact their profits. To thrive, they need reliable and affordable power, especially during grid failures. Agricultural solar solutions provide precisely that. At First [...]
Overview of Deye BOS Battery Series Deye's BOS (Battery Operating System) series features modular LiFePO₄ (LFP) high-voltage (HV) lithium-ion batteries designed for commercial & industrial (C&I) and residential solar energy storage. All models prioritise safety (e.g., intelligent BMS for over-charge/discharge/current/temperature protection), efficiency (low self-discharge up to 6 months, no memory effect, 90% recommended DOD), longevity [...]
Carport Solar Systems: Dual Benefits for Your Parking Bay and Wallet Unlock the Power of Carport Solar Systems in South Africa. Posted at 11:53 AM SAST, November 17, 2025, by Gavin Thompson, CEO, First Energy Solutions. At First Energy Solutions (www.firstenergy.co.za), we turn everyday spaces into energy powerhouses. Carport solar systems do just that: they shelter your [...]
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 [...]
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