New substation in the works for Sandton

Eskom recently announced their plans for a proposed new substation for Sandton.

The entity has given notice of its intention to apply for environmental authorisation and an invitation to the community to participate in a public participation process.

The proposed development consists of the construction of a gas-insulated electrical substation and Eskom is undertaking a stakeholder engagement process which includes engaging with parties potentially interested or affected by the site alternatives.

According to Eskom spokesperson Nkosana Sibuyi, the need for a new substation in Sandton is to meet the steady growth of electricity demand in the northern suburbs such as Randburg and Sandton.

“These are the are the commercial hub for Gauteng Province as well as to ensure the reliability and security of power supply,” said Sibuyi.

He added that the capacity of the new substation will be 1000MVA and will supply the greater Sandton and Randburg areas.

Sibuyi said construction on the new substation is set to commence around 2028 after the different processes have been followed and will take between 36 to 48 months from the start to complete. “The substation will increase reliability and stability of supply in the area and also catering for the growth of the area in future.”

Three alternative sites where the substation could be constructed have been identified:

• The Marlboro site – on the corner of Zinnia Drive and Aloe Crescent
• The Wits site – north of the watercourse between Pretoria Main Road and the N3
• The Linbro Park site – on the corner of 2nd Avenue and 3rd Road in Linbro Park.

Interested and affected parties are invited to register on the project and submit concerns or comments.

Details: Issues and concerns may be submitted in writing by either email or fax to admin@myezo.co.za; 012 998 7641.

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