How to save: Renewable energy


Q: I want to install renewable/alternative energy. What are the costs and environmental implications of solar water heaters, wind pumps, and wind turbines?
A: Visit www.sustainable.co.za

Q: If I want to generate my own electricity by investing in a small wind turbine for my roof or by installing solar photovoltaic system, can I receive Eskom or City Of Cape Town credit by feeding back into the grid?
A: The City of Cape Town has initiated a net-metering pilot project to allow domestic energy producers to feed electricity back into the grid. For more information on the pilot project click here