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Winter in South Africa can be challenging with conditions ranging from crisp and clear to freezing when a cold front sweeps in. And, if you add loadshedding to the mix, you’re in for a real doozy. One way to beat the cold this season is to consider LG’s latest air conditioning units. You might not be able to rely on Eskom when the cold creeps in, but you can count on LG’s  DualCool  and  ArtCool  to keep you cosy.   These air conditioners are designed to be energy-efficient, reliable, and user-friendly. They are also equipped with features that make them ideal for use in South Africa, including their ability to withstand voltage variations during power surges.   Let's dive in and discover how the magic of the LG DualCool and ArtCool units can transform your winter from frosty to fabulous, even amid loadshedding woes.   Maximum energy efficiency One of the biggest advantages of LG DualCool and LG ArtCool air conditioners is their energy efficiency. Thes...

It doesn’t look like loadshedding will be going anywhere for the foreseeable future. This means that adopting alternative energy sources, like solar, is essential for South African homeowners. Here are 3 dos and don’ts to follow when it comes to solar.   Invest in solar  solutions Aside from the numerous benefits solar provides as an alternative energy option, it’s also a strong financial investment. In a 2020 report published by  GreenAgri ,it  was found that solar photovoltaic (PV) panels pay themselves back within 3 to 12 years of installation, thereafter you’ll have free energy for around 15 years. Also, in February 2023, the government announced a solar panel tax incentive to encourage households to invest in clean electricity generation capacity. The incentive allows individuals to claim a rebate to the value of 25% on the cost of new and unused solar PV panels, up to a maximum of R15 000 per individual. So there really is no time like the present to invest in ...