75% Energy Savings: How Solarus Sustains the Hospitality Industry

Hotels are among the highest energy consumers, with heating water for guest rooms, kitchens, pools, and spas being among the most significant energy demands. Unfortunately, relying on traditional energy sources like electricity and gas not only leads to soaring operational costs but also increases carbon emissions, which puts pressure on hotels to find more sustainable…

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Solarus Tri-generation solutions: Solar cooling, electricity & hot water

Solarus tri-generation: Meeting Multiple Energy Demands by Maximizing Solar Energy Utilization with Hybrid PVT Panels and Hybrid Chillers Introduction The quest for sustainable energy solutions has led to the exploration of integrated systems that can meet multiple energy demands efficiently. We are developing tri-generation solutions by utilizing solar energy alongside PVT panels and hybrid chillers…

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South Africa Energy Trends for 2024: What Your Business Needs to Know

The energy crisis, characterised by frequent disruptions and unpredictable load shedding, has a costly ripple effect across South African businesses. These issues threaten not just day-to-day operations but also the long-term viability of an organisation, while the ramifications of ignoring this volatile situation extend beyond immediate disruptions; they could severely impede a business’s ability to…

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The Journey to Energy Resilience in South Africa’s Load-Shedding Crisis

In 2023, Eskom reported that its average year-on-year Energy Availability Factor had dropped to 53.77%, a 9% decrease compared to the same period in 2022. The energy powerhouse confirmed that load shedding in 2023 has become more severe and frequent than in previous years.  Against this backdrop, Solarus’s photovoltaic-thermal (PVT) technology emerges as a beacon…

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Solarus Transforms Buildings into Climate-Positive Assets

A global survey revealed that a significant 82% of travellers prioritise environmentally responsible hotel brands when making holiday accommodation choices. Echoing this sentiment, 41% stated that their decision to opt for sustainable accommodation was driven by a desire to minimise their environmental footprint.  These considerations take on a special urgency for South Africa’s tourism industry,…

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How PVT Hybrid Solutions Bring the Heat and the Light to Your Business

In the heart of a hotel, guests expect hot showers – whether that’s during Stage 6 load shedding or not. Over at the gym, fitness enthusiasts wrap up routines with the intention of enjoying a steaming shower afterwards. In healthcare, the stakes are even higher: consistent electricity and hot water aren’t amenities; they’re lifelines. Traditional…

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