The Herbert solar plant in the Northern Cape, South Africa. The panels face the sun squarely and constantly. SunPower CorpUntil a few years ago solar panels were a rare sight in South Africa, largely limited to the roofs of a few affluent households. This is changing rapidly, driven by three factors: the worldwide drive towards renewable energy, a highly strained local … [Read more...] about Explainer: South Africa’s developing solar energy landscape | The Conversation