South African Wind Association Wants Delayed Energy Deals Signed
- Association says jobs at risk if government doesn’t sign
- Contracts have been held up by cash-strapped utility Eskom
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The South African Wind Energy Association has asked the government to sign power purchase agreements to move ahead with approved projects that have been delayed for a third year.
“The need for swift conclusion of the long-delayed PPAs is particularly critical for the many South Africans whose jobs are at risk in a sector which has endured extended uncertainty,” Chief Executive Officer Brenda Martin said Wednesday in an emailed statement.