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Ironwood Africa

Ironwood Africa is an interior design and construction company in Kenya, specializing in distinctive creations. They have created some of the most impressive residential constructions in East Africa.
Situated in the foothills of Mount Kenya, almost all of the building materials are created in the workshop at Turaco farm, Nanyuki. From wooden bush pole decking to framed rafter joinery, hand sculpted stone, and metal window frames, door latches, chandeliers and bedsteads, the company works with a broad array of materials.
New Southern Energy constructed an SMA off-grid solution to reduce diesel consumption. This system will ensure that the company can continue its operations and enjoy energy self-reliance.

Kinondo Kwetu Medical Centre

Kinondo Kwetu medical centre was established in November 2008, to meet the strong need for basic health care, treatment of malaria, HIV, TB, parasites, ante-natal care, deliveries, childcare, vaccinations and health information in the area. Prior to this, the people in the Kinondo villages did not have affordable access to healthcare other that the services provided by traditional healers.
The clinic has now developed into a level 4 hospital, meaning that various surgeries can now be undertaken done at the facility, with approximately 100 people employed. New Southern Energy constructed a grid-tied solar system to displace utility energy during sunlight hours, lower operating costs and ensure that the operations of the hospital can continue uninterrupted throughout the day.

Kinondo Kwetu Resort

One of Kenya's most compelling boutique resorts, Kinondo Kwetu is situated on the end of Galu Beach, south of the Diani beach, offering travelers a picturesque spot to enjoy the ocean and a tranquil getaway.
Because the lodge struggled with grid reliability and instability throughout 2019, the resort used a diesel generator to supplement their energy temporarily. An off- grid solar system came as a welcome solution for this property that aims to provide sophisticated sustainability and reliability for all of its guests.

L.A. Staal

L.A. Staal have been experts in steel construction since 1988 with a facility in Worcester in the Western Cape. A grid-tied photo-voltaic solar energy system was developed for the business.
By supplying the facility with sustainable energy, the system reduces the business’ electrical demand and consequently its electricity costs. Additionally, the solar system is synchronised with the existing diesel generator supplying the facility to offset the fuel consumption.

HJ Nicholls and Sons

Based in Ceres in the Western Cape, HJ Nicholls & Sons have been quality Fruit Packers and Distributers Since 1957. A rooftop, grid-tied photo-voltaic solar energy system was developed for HJ Nicholls & Sons. The system’s focus is to reduce the facility’s electricity costs by supplying the facility with sustainable energy and reducing electrical demand.

Eselfontein

Eselfontein is the oldest farm in Ceres, where mixed farming is practiced with apples, peaches, pears, grain & dairy. The source of the Breede River also lies in the surrounding mountains, from where it flows into a magnificent dam next to the eco camp. A grid-tied photo-voltaic solar energy system was developed for the farm with the aim of reducing the electrical costs.

Alzu

Situated halfway between Middelburg and Belfast in Mpumalanga, exactly 35km from both, the Alzu Petroport is a convenient stop-over for road travelers, a comfortable rest-haven for tourists and a trucker's dream-stop, between Gauteng and the Lowveld.
There are two solar systems that New Southern Energy developed: One at the Petroport, and one at the nearby Alzu farm. Both are single axis tracker systems was built for this ground mounted system, so that the panels can follow the sun, optimize efficiency and generate as much solar energy as possible.

Nabico

A specialised direct importer and wholesale distributor of globally renowned electrical and houseware brands, Nabico’s mission is to provide Kenya with the best products and solutions available. Founded in 1989, Nabicois a family run business. In order to become more sustainable and less reliant on the national utility grid, they opted for a rooftop grid-tied solution. The system now produces 46% of their energy needs.

Cedar Pack

With a citrus production of nearly 600 000 15 KG-cartons on 300ha of land, this producer needed to streamline their energy usage. A 100kWp grid-tied roof top system was proposed, now producing up to 55% of their electricity needs.

Bosman’s Business Centre

Located in the heart of Stellenbosch, this development comprises of more than 10000sq/m of parking, retail, and office space. A grid-tied solution was provided to offset their energy consumption. The 85.6kWp rooftop system produces 37% of the centre’s energy needs, helping them become less reliable on the grid and reduce their carbon footprint.