Week 12: What happened this week?

Power Pulse: This section will give you the latest weekly news and trends in the energy world. You'll learn about new ideas and innovations that are shaping the future of energy in Africa (and the world).

???? Bio-energy to play a key global role in shaping the energy transition this decade, says KPMG: The global bio-energy market is on the cusp of an exciting growth trajectory for the rest of the current decade, and will play a decisive role in shaping a low-carbon future, particularly in transportation, according to the Global Head of Energy, Natural Resources and Chemicals at KPMG. Read more here

???? GE Vernova debuts AI-powered emissions management software at Ivory Coast power plant: GE Vernova has confirmed the Ivory Coast’s largest gas power plant as the first to debut and deploy its carbon emissions management software. Read more here

???? Major Investors More Confident in Australia’s Climate Policy: Renewable energy is seen delivering the best long-term financial returns, while investors are also looking at technologies where Australia has a comparative advantage. Read more here

Explore the economic and investment opportunities across different African countries. Our "Africa Unplugged" segment will provide you with the latest weekly news, policy updates, and insights.

???? In Senegal, Mariam Sonko is championing women's rights and agricultural Sustainability: Sonko is now the president of a 115,000-strong rural women’s rights movement in West Africa called We Are the Solution. Read more here

???? Central bank of Nigeria raises interest rates to combat soaring inflation: Nigeria's central bank implemented a significant increase in its monetary policy rate, raising it by 200 basis points to 24.75% from the previous 22.75%, according to Governor Olayemi Cardoso on Tuesday. Read more here

???? Oil giants depart from Nigeria’s onshore assets: Local consortiums are filling the void left by oil majors departing from onshore fields as they are increasingly attracted to secure offshore sites. Read more here

Energizing Insights: Get an exclusive look at how CSI Energy Group is contributing to Africa's just energy transition. In this section, we'll share our latest weekly news.

???? Safety Spotlight: Audibility Testing of Emergency Sirens

Ensuring the safety of our team and clients is our priority. This week, at our 35 MW Menengai Geothermal Power Plant project in Kenya, we conducted audibility tests of our emergency manual sirens in collaboration with our client's HSESS Managers.

This vital check ensures that our sirens are loud and clear, ready to alert everyone in case of an emergency. Safety first, always!

???? Safety Focus: Fire Equipment Inspection

Still at 35 MW Menengai Geothermal Power Plant project in Kenya, we're emphasizing the importance of regular fire equipment inspections.

Ensuring that our fire extinguishers and other safety tools are in optimal condition is crucial for protecting lives and property in case of an emergency.

These inspections help us meet safety standards, maintain readiness, and prevent potential hazards.

Remember to check expiry dates, inspect for any signs of damage, ensure easy accessibility, and keep up with staff training on equipment usage.

Let's stay vigilant and prepared to ensure a safe environment for all.

???? Safety Training: Manual Handling Training

A manual handling training was organised with the team at AHAFO project in Ghana, ahead of the offloading of tower materials.

The team is expecting 7 shipping containers of lattice towers. This training is crucial for protecting employee health and safety, and allows them to familiarise with the equipment they deal with – through presentations, simulations, and interactive participation.