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The largest home appliance producer in South Africa has committed itself to advancing green technology and sustainability by intiating the production of its appliances to operate solely on solar energy at its Ladysmith plant.
This announcement marks a substantial step in promoting eco-friendly alternatives in the appliance industry and was made during Trade, Industry, and Competition Minister Ebrahim Patels visit to a Defy plant situated in Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal.
Defy Appliances CEO Mustafa Soylu said the pioneering initiative marks a monumental step in the production of environmentally friendly appliances, positioning South Africa as a leader in the fight against climate change.
Expressing his support for the advancement, Patel said: "Climate change necessitates a comprehensive transformation of the technologies utilised both at home and within the industry. South Africa is actively ensuring the production of future technologies and meeting the demand for lower-emission consumer products."
Hybrid solar system to enhance environmentalism
The new units, designed to operate exclusively on solar energy, will be equipped with an attached battery system, enhancing their efficiency and eco-friendliness. Previously, Defys hybrid units required partial access to the national grid, indicating the significant progress of the new advancements.
The products, which are anticipated to be available for retail by January 2024, will empower families to adopt a fully green approach to their food cooling units at home. The range of appliances include fridges, freezers, stoves, ovens, dryers and top-loading washing machines.
"I am delighted that Defy is focusing on making these fridges and freezers affordable, enabling a broader consumer base to transition to green appliances," Patel said. |
