Solar & Energy
Load-shedding, solar PV, SSEG registration, certificates of compliance and the energy work driving the trade right now.
3 guides in this section
Solar PV and SSEG Registration
How to register grid-tied solar as SSEG: the process, NRS 097 inverters, who signs off on Eskom versus Cape Town, and the Eskom fee waiver ending 30 Sep 2026.
The Solar Boom as a Livelihood
SA's solar boom is now a maintenance and compliance market. How electricians and plumbers pivot: PV GreenCard, SSEG sign-off rules and the 30 September 2026 deadline.
Water and Off-Grid Work
Rainwater tanks, greywater, boreholes and backup water are a real growth market for SA plumbers and builders. The licensing rules, the skills and a worked example.