It is widely understood that the energy sector is the backbone of the South African economy. However, this sector faces various challenges which must be addressed for wider socioeconomic advancement. In light of this, the South African National Energy Development Institute (SANEDI) has developed a new strategic plan which positions the institute to address key energy sector issues.
SANEDI interim CEO, Lethabo Manamela explains: “SANEDI was established in terms of the National Energy Act in 2011, as an agency of the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy. The institute has since been directing applied energy research in South Africa and implementing energy efficiency measures in the country, working with local and international partners. However, the energy landscape has greatly changed in the ten years since SANEDI’s inception, and we as an institute must adapt to these changes.”
