Tag: solar
Solar electricity: A no-brainer for business
Over the past 12 months, Jaltech has successfully completed four Section 12B solar fundraises, with the latest bringing the firm closer to its ambitious goal of deploying R1 billion within the commercial solar sector. Continue Reading
The future of the solar industry without load shedding
Load shedding proved to be a tremendous advantage for the solar industry. The constant interruption of electricity was an annoying reminder for energy consumers that an alternative to Eskom had to be found. Continue Reading
Why businesses are turning to solar
In recent years, a transformative shift has occurred in the corporate world as an increasing number of businesses have significantly pivoted towards alternative energy sources. Solar energy has emerged as a prominent and favoured choice amongst the various options.
How businesses are funding solar installations
The South African economy is grappling with continuous power outages and increasing energy tariffs. This turmoil has left businesses in complete disarray as many cannot keep their doors open unless they introduce an alternative energy source.
SA’s first alternative investment report released
Jaltech, an alternatives investment specialist, undertook a recent survey aimed at understanding the alternatives investment market in South Africa and, in doing so, gathered data from over 1300 participants comprising individual investors and financial advisors. The survey focused on understanding the mindsets, trends, approaches and behaviours of individual investors and financial advisors towards alternative investments.
Section 12B tax-deductible investment explained
Section 12B of the Income Tax Act was introduced in 2016 with the intention of incentivising the private market to invest in various sectors of the economy through a tax benefit, one of the focus areas being renewable energy.
Jaltech launches its Tax-Deductible Solar Investment
Jaltech has launched its latest alternative investment which focuses at providing South African investors with exposure to the rapidly growing solar sector in South Africa. The investment combines the attractive long term, lower risk nature of solar investments with the addition of a large upfront tax benefit.
Section 12J Exit Options
For many South African taxpayers, the 30th of June 2021 marked the end of the highly popular Section 12J tax incentive.
