Current estimates are that 3 000MW of capacity needs to be released to provide the necessary "breathing space".
All co-generation projects on-line before March 2012, with some capacity coming into the system in 2009.
There are various programmes that are currently being implemented by Eskom and Local Government. These programmes are expected to yield positive results in the medium to long term.
The final target is to reduce the demand by 750 MW by 2010. The programme also accommodates a free CFL exchange for low income households until 2015.
All traffic lights and public lights will be converted to solar power with a battery backup. This is another extensive project that will cost approximately R400 million and will also be another opportunity for employment creation and skills development.
heaters, thereby ensuring that electricity is not used whenever there is enough solar radiation available to heat water.
The following short term interventions are to be implemented by the Department of Public Works (DPW).