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

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

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

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Kevin Nwaigwe

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SOLTRIN+ Experts from the Clean Energy Research Centre, University of Botswana participate in EUROSUN2024 in Cyprus

SOLTRIN+ Experts from the Clean Energy Research Centre, University of Botswana participate in EUROSUN2024 in Cyprus

Experts from the Clean Energy Research Centre (CERC) at the University…

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Kevin Nwaigwe

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

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

Industrialisation of SADC can be achieved with the consideration of energy efficiency through contribut…

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Samson Mhlanga

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First SOLTRAIN+ bursary call successfully launched

First SOLTRAIN+ bursary call successfully launched

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

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Monika Spörk-Dür

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SOLTRAIN+ Bursary Call

SOLTRAIN+ Bursary Call

SOLTRAIN+ will support twenty master’s or PhD theses dedicated to the topic of solar thermal energy in the SOL…

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Monika Spörk-Dür

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5th International Conference on Solar Technologies & Hybrid Mini Grids to Improve Energy Access September 4 – 6, 2024

5th International Conference on Solar Technologies & Hybrid Mini Grids to Improve Energy Access September 4 – 6, 2024

Did Solar heat reach a breakthrough in 2023 when it hit its highe…

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Samson Mhlanga

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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…

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Bhekani Ntuli

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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 week, 1 day ago

SOLTRAIN+ Admin

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The 8th SOLTRAIN Conference

The 8th SOLTRAIN Conference

The 2024 SOLTRAIN+ Conference will be hosted by the University of Botswana – Clean Energy Res…

1 week, 1 day ago

Selma Festus

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