POWER DIGEST [March 2026]

U.S.-Based Group Acquires South African Solar-Storage Microgrid. U.S.-based Energea in mid-January announced its acquisition of the YO Residence Solar Project, marking a significant milestone as the company’s first microgrid investment and entry into South Africa’s renewable energy market. The company said the fully operational 281.82-kW direct-current (DC) rooftop solar system with 700-kWh battery storage represents a $462,000 investment. The microgrid, located in Sandton’s affluent financial district, ser ...