SOLTRAIN

A regional initiative on capacity building and the demonstration of solar thermal systems in the SADC region. SOLTRAIN aims to support target countries in changing from a largely fossil-based energy supply system to a sustainable supply structure based on renewable energy in general, and on solar thermal in particular.

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SANEDI Showcases SOLTRAIN+ at UJ Energy Technology Seminar, Sparking Interest Among Students

SANEDI Showcases SOLTRAIN+ at UJ Energy Technology Seminar, Sparking Interest Among Students

On August 16, 2024, the University of Johannesburg (UJ), Department of Geography, Envir…

3 weeks, 2 days ago

Bhekani Ntuli

7th SADC Industrial Week Supported by SOLTRAIN+ NUST Zimbabwe and SACREEE

7th SADC Industrial Week Supported by SOLTRAIN+ NUST Zimbabwe and SACREEE

Industrialisation of the SADC region can be achieved through energy efficiency and solar thermal energy, as supporte…

3 weeks, 2 days ago

Samson Mhlanga

Three Bursaries awarded for Studies on Solar Thermal Technologies

Three Bursaries awarded for Studies on Solar Thermal Technologies

The first SOLTRAIN+ bursary call, launched in April 2024, attracted 11 research student submissions. Three bursaries…

3 weeks, 2 days ago

Monika Spörk-Dür

The 8th SOLTRAIN CONFERENCE hosted by the Clean Energy Research Centre (CERC), University of Botswana

The 8th SOLTRAIN CONFERENCE hosted by the Clean Energy Research Centre (CERC), University of Botswana

The 8th SOLTRAIN conference will be held in Gaborone, Botswana (December 4-5, 2024), at the Ga…

3 weeks, 2 days ago

Kevin Nwaigwe

International Conference Participation of SOLTRAIN+ project team members in Spain and Cyprus

International Conference Participation of SOLTRAIN+ project team members in Spain and Cyprus

In September 2024, more than 10 SOLTRAIN+ project team members attended the 

3 weeks, 2 days ago

Samson Mhlanga and Kevin Nwaigwe

NEI to Monitor and Evaluate Solar Thermosyphon and PV Hot Water Systems in a Side-By-Side Experimental Setup at NUST, Namibia

NEI to Monitor and Evaluate Solar Thermosyphon and PV Hot Water Systems in a Side-By-Side Experimental Setup at NUST, Namibia

Renewable heating and cooling are the primary focus of the SOLTRAIN+ p…

3 weeks, 2 days ago

Joseph Shigwedha

Request for Proposal (RFP) for Maintenance and Enhancement Services for SOLTRAIN Website

SOLTRAIN+ (Southern African Renewable Heating and Cooling Training and Demonstration Initiative) is seeking proposal…

1 month ago

SOLTRAIN+ Admin

Gender Webinar – SOLTRAIN+ Environmental Day 2024

Gender Webinar – SOLTRAIN+ Environmental Day 2024

June 2024 Virtual Webinar Announcement!!!

Join us for a pivotal virtual event on June 5th, 2024, from 3:00…

4 months, 2 weeks ago

Selma Festus

7th SOLTRAIN+ Conference concluded in Namibia

7th SOLTRAIN+ Conference concluded in Namibia

The SOLTRAIN+ project, which commenced in January 2023, heralds four more years of innovative developments in S…

9 months, 3 weeks ago

Selma Festus

Recent training activity in Namibia and Zimbabwe

Recent training activity in Namibia and Zimbabwe

Energy security and access remain significant challenges within the Southern African Development Community (SADC). T…

9 months, 3 weeks ago

Fenni Shidhika and Samson Mhlanga