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Wind water pumping
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Knowledge partnerKnowledge partnerCountry of registrationUnited KingdomRelation to CTCNNetwork MemberKnowledge PartnerSector(s) of expertiseAgricultureEarly warning and Environmental assessmentRenewable energyEnergy efficiency
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This report highlights two underutilized but fully implementable technologies that efficiently integrate heat and electricity systems, provide flexibility and enhance energy security. It examines what restricts co‑generation and efficient district heating and cooling systems that can help de-carbonize the energy system.
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Background
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) in South Africa covers Port Elizabeth as well as the towns of Uitenhage and Despatch. The area is experiencing serious drought conditions so there is an urgent need to save water and reduce the base load on the grid through technical and institutional improvements especially in the current pumping regimen.