CIC Energy looks for new buyer
CIC Energy has ended its takeover arrangement with Indian group JSW Energy after a final completion deadline was missed, and is now looking for an alternative buyer.
Germany won’t draw followers for nuclear plan
A German plan to shut all nuclear reactors by 2022 is unlikely to inspire many imitators abroad, experts say.
Eskom to build new coal-to-gas station
Eskom wants to build a new 2,100MW power station, making use of new underground coal-to-gas technology, according to a senior official.
Govt clarifies BEE coal export quotas
Three or four black-owned coal firms will get export entitlement through the Richards Bay Coal Terminal following the long-awaited reorganisation of the Quattro system, government says.
Nuclear remains part of energy mix, says Peters
Energy Minister Dipuo Peters has reiterated government's commitment to nuclear and renewable energy as part of the integrated resources plan.
Lights will stay on, for now, says Eskom
Power utility Eskom has denied currency market speculation of power outages.
BHP faces shale gas lawsuit
BHP Billiton faces class action from US landowners who claim the company's shale gas business is creating a toxic soup, according to a report.
SA to start nuclear bidding in 2012
SA needs to start the procurement for its planned nuclear plants next year so it can commission the first 1,600 MW power station by 2023, says a government official.
Another coal export mess looms
Coal export volumes through the Richards Bay terminal are running way below target as speculation mounts over Transnet's railage policy and whatever may be happening with the Quattro scheme.
First Uranium reaches ‘key’ milestone
First Uranium Corporation says its Ezulwini mine shaft moiling and upgrade program has made significant progress and as a result, a key production restraint has been removed.