Eskom and South32 have established a joint working group to develop a new electricity supply solution for the Hillside aluminium smelter in KwaZulu-Natal as the current power agreement approaches expiry in 2031.
The companies confirmed that the engagement is focused on identifying a competitive, long-term electricity supply arrangement with particular emphasis on incorporating renewable energy into the grid mix.
According to the companies, the objective is to support a low-carbon energy solution for Hillside while maintaining the smelters operational competitiveness.
