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SA launches its first solar thermal power plant

The Department of Economic Development launched SA's first commercial solar thermal power plant in Pofadder, Northern Cape. The KaXu One plant produces around 100 megawatts.

An aerial view of the Kaxu One solar power plant in Poffader - Northern Cape, Monday 2 March 2015. Picture: Supplied/EWN.
An aerial view of the Kaxu One solar power plant in Poffader - Northern Cape, Monday 2 March 2015. Picture: Supplied/EWN.
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