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18 April 2024 Solar and Efficient

Boosting the benefits of your solar PV with a Battery Backup solution

As South Africans brace for the winter months, energy security becomes a paramount concern for homeowners and businesses alike. With the looming challenge of load shedding and the escalating cost of electricity, investing in a battery backup system offers not just an added layer of protection, but a multitude of advantages.

15 March 2024 Solar and Efficient

5 things to consider when installing a roof-mounted solar system in your community scheme

Persistent load-shedding and tariff hikes resulted in many body corporates enquiring about installing Solar Solutions in their community schemes. Installing solar power will not only help reduce your utility bill, but also increase the value of your home and contribute to the green economy by reducing your carbon footprint.

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22 January 2024 Community, Outdoor, Solar and Efficient

Sustainability measures to save costs and increase property value

Henry David Thoreau once asked, "What is the use of a house if you haven’t got a tolerable planet to put it on?" As the world faces pressing environmental issues, it is crucial to take part in protecting the planet, and the property sector is no exception.

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5 September 2023 Community, Funding and Treasury, Legal and Advisory, Outdoor, Smart Technology, Solar and Efficient

Solutions to help your retirement community thrive

At Sectional Title Solutions (STS), we are dedicated to helping community schemes thrive by reducing costs, increasing property value, generating income, and promoting eco-friendliness.

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24 August 2023 Solar and Efficient

Harnessing solar power in sectional title schemes: advancing towards a sustainable future

In a this webinar titled "Should You Go Solar in Sectional Title?" and hosted by Women in Sectional Title (WiST), two legal experts, specialist attorney, author and founder of WiST, Marina Constas, and Manager: Commercial Department at Sectional Title Solutions, Advocate Jade Adair, engaged in an in-depth discussion on the legalities and practicalities of implementing solar energy systems in sectional title schemes.

Solar panels on the roofs of garages and units in a sectional title scheme

6 June 2023 Solar and Efficient

Solar for residential complexes

The past cold months, tariff hikes, and unpredictable load-shedding issues have shown residential homeowners that it is a good idea to look into alternative electricity and heating solutions. Powering your home with a renewable energy source like solar has several benefits. With solar, you not only reduce your utility bill but also increase the value of your home and contribute to the green economy by reducing your carbon footprint.

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25 May 2023 Solar and Efficient

Winter is coming - time to see the light

Load-shedding continues to be a persistent challenge in South Africa, causing disruptions to businesses and millions of citizens' daily lives. As the country enters the winter season, the likelihood of even higher stages of power cuts increases.

A photo of Willow, a female rhino at Care for Wild

25 May 2023 Community, Solar and Efficient, Uncategorised

Empowering conservation: efficient energy system sponsorship energises Care for Wild's mission

Care for Wild (CFW), the world's largest specialised orphaned rhino conservation facility, faced many challenges due to costly generators and an inefficient solar and battery system. However, in 2021, Sectional Title Solutions (STS), BC Funding Solutions (BCFS), and Bright Light (BLS), donated a complete solar system worth R2 million to the sanctuary.

Solar panels and battery energy storage units in a sunny field

26 April 2023 Solar and Efficient

Efficient energy to help power up your wallet and mental health

As of 1 April 2023, cash-strapped consumers in South Africa have been dealt another blow as Eskom’s 18.65% price hike came into effect. This came on the back of repeated interest rate hikes and the rising cost of living, all contributing to homeowners’ financial stress.

A smiling woman holding an energy efficient light bulb

11 April 2023 Solar and Efficient

7 easy energy- and money-saving tips for your home

May marks National Energy Month, which is aimed at promoting energy conservation. However, South Africans have little choice but to use electricity sparingly due to the ongoing electricity crisis in the country.

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