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How will the proposed grid connection solution help steenbok solar?

The development of the proposed grid connection solution will enable the evacuation of the generated electricity from the Steenbok Solar 1 and Steenbok Solar 2 solar energy facilities to the national grid. 5.

How can a solar power plant benefit South Africa?

Utilise the proposed solar power plant and the associated grid connection infrastructure to promote and increase South Africa’s contributions of renewable energy to the national energy supply grid. All temporary stockpile areas, litter and dumped material and rubble must be removed and discarded with in an environmentally friendly way.

What is a proposed grid connection solution?

The proposed grid connection solution will enable the evacuation of the generated electricity from the two solar energy facilities mentioned above. The development has been considered within the timeframe of the IDP. 4. Does the community/area need the activity and the associated land use concerned (is it a societal priority)?

What is the steenbok grid connection?

Grid connection infrastructure, such as the Steenbok Grid Connection, is present within the local municipality for the transmission and distribution of electricity. The proposed infrastructure will not set a precedent for similar activities since it is regarded as essential infrastructure to the national grid. 12.

Does the steenbok grid connection have an ecological impact assessment?

An Ecological Impact Assessment has been undertaken for the Steenbok Grid Connection and is included in Appendix D1. Certain vehicles and loads cannot be moved on public roads without exceeding the limitations in terms of the dimensions and/or mass as prescribed in the Regulations of the NRTA.

Are steenbok Solar 1 & 2 within a Redz?

Steenbok Solar 1 and Steenbok Solar 2 are not located within a REDZ, but the developments will contribute to the expansion of renewable energy facilities and infrastructure within the country, and provide the positive opportunities associated with it.