Power utility Eskom has, through the signing of a memorandum of collaboration (MoC), signalled its intent to collaborate with automotive company BYD Auto South Africa in future and to support the launch of the BYD Dolphin Surf electric vehicle (EV) in South Africa. Under the terms of the MoC, Eskom and BYD will explore ways to support South Africa’s drive to decarbonise transport and position the country as a hub for EV adoption; the potential expansion of public charging infrastructure in key locations across the country; and opportunities for local skills development, participation by small, medium-sized and microenterprises and job creation in the EV ecosystem.
