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Why water companies choose LAISON for smart prepaid water meters

Smart Energy International

Recently, some water companies in the Middle East have started to tender for the STS prepaid water meter, arousing new discussion on smart water metering, as a solution for improving billing efficiency, in African countries and beyond. Prepaid water meters are not a new thing, even in Africa, but most projects failed before 2010.

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Could Agri-PV Be Africa’s Next Big Solar Market Trend?

GreenTechMedia

Insiders predict agricultural companies could become major adopters of solar power in Africa as farmers seek to improve the cost and reliability of energy supplies. One in 10 South African solar installations were in the agricultural sector, said the report, and the market was expected to grow at 10 percent a year.

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SparkMeter Closes $12M Round to Expand From Metering Minigrids to Analyzing ‘Broken Grids’

GreenTechMedia

Remote minigrids are a tough market for a traditional smart meter vendor. The meters that minigrids use need to be cheap, rugged and reliable, and they must be able to adjust to the often unstable operating conditions of solar-powered standalone grids. ” The World Bank’s International Finance Corp.

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Industry Insight on Egypt – Emerging Power in Green Hydrogen

Hydrogen Fuel News

With its bountiful resources and strategic position, the country aims to cement its place as a leader in the clean energy transition. This ambition sets the stage for a detailed exploration of the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead, each aspect contributing to the blueprint of a sustainable energy future.

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Enlit Africa and industry leaders showcase power and energy industry development

Smart Energy International

On the face of it, the power sector in Africa seems to be in trouble. Yet, there is another side to this tale of darkness – one in which electrification, light, new interconnections and power developments are springing up all over the continent and innovative technology is being adopted at a rate never seen before.

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World’s 1st geothermal direct use cement project sets model for sustainable industry

ThinkGeoEnergy

Their latest assignment in Kenya showcases the potential of geothermal energy to revolutionize high-emissions industrial processes and contribute to global climate goals. Beyond its value as a sustainable energy source, KRSL chose geothermal because it is reliable.

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Laison delivers water meter solutions to Tanzania

Smart Energy International

As an active player in the African smart water metering field, the Company showcased a wide range of water meter solutions. Laison’s smart water meter solutions will help water utilities to effectively reduce NRW and ensure easy access to safe and affordable water. Smart Water Meter Solutions. Credit: Laison.