Performance
The Eskom research and innovation department (ERID) provides
scientific and technical advice, research and consulting, analysis,
detailed design as well as strategic technical planning services and
direction.
The actual research expenditure was R156 million (2007:
R203 million) while the expenditure on demonstration plants
amounted to R93 million for the year, compared to R121 million
in 2007.
Stakeholder comment:
Technology alone is not enough to solve future global
energy challenges. Innovations in power production,
delivery and utilisation can minimise the impact of everincreasing
demands for electricity. The Electric Power
Research Institute’s (EPRI) technology innovation
programme establishes the framework for developing
future technologies, looking inside and outside the power
industry to advance its capabilities. Collaboration with
scientists, engineers and companies worldwide, including
Eskom, helps ensure that the industry will have the best
technology to meet the energy demands of societies
worldwide.
Clark W Gellings, PE
Vice President – Technology
Electric Power Research Institute |
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