Delays, inconsistency and lack of clarity blocking South African renewables rollout

Delays and halted bidding windows in relation to the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (REIPPPP) were some of the greatest challenges highlighted by South African renewable energy industry stakeholders, said the South African Wind Energy Association (SAWEA) on February 11. The delays and inconsistent procurement timeline has negatively impacted on the continuous development and investment into industry, SAWEA added.