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Publicly available satellite images show that homes in upper income suburbs are most likely to have solar systems. Middle income houses have far fewer, while low income homes have none. Imagery © Airbus 2025. Compiled by Zander Venter.

Satellite images reveal the dark side of household solar power – South Africa’s green transition is only for a few

Zander Venter, The Norwegian Institute for Nature Research; Megan Davies, Stellenbosch University, and Samantha L. Scott, The Norwegian Institute for Nature Research

Solar energy adoption is booming in South Africa, but it’s mostly benefiting wealthier, white communities.

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