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‘barking up the wrong tree’: Rooftop solar showdown
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Eskom has extended its rooftop solar registration deadline, dropped its threats of fines and cut-off for non-registration, and scrapped the requirement for costly professional sign-offs.
The dispute between Eskom and homeowners, installers, and civil society groups has been ongoing for months, with the main issue being who has the legal right to regulate rooftop solar and battery storage systems.
- Rooftop solar showdown: Why Eskom threats have no spark
- Left reporting foregrounds humanitarian warning, social impact, and regulatory scrutiny.
- Left-leaning coverage on "‘barking up the wrong tree’: Rooftop solar showdown" frames the story around humanitarian concerns, social impact, and regulatory scrutiny.
Key Takeaways
- The deadline for registration is 30 September 2026
- This is the second deadline set by Eskom this year
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Expected Outcomes
- Further developments in the dispute between Eskom and stakeholders
Why It Matters
The outcome will affect the regulation of rooftop solar and battery storage systems in South Africa
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