About
Suburban Power is a renewable energy company that strives to meet our clients needs, whilst keeping our environment and carbon footprint in mind. We implement affordable renewable energy solutions to improve our clients carbon footprints and provide an alternative, greener source of energy.
Our team is made up of professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the energy sector. Our goal at Suburban Power is not only to improve the lives of our clients, but to leave the planet in a better condition than we received it.
At Suburban Power we are all about efficiency and are always looking for ways to improve system performance. That is why the installation of an alternative energy system is only the start of our journey with our clients. We strive to get the most out of the systems we install by ensuring they are cost effective, efficient and sustainable.
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Our team works together to provide a service to our clients which we believe is exemplary in the industry. Our energy engineers are able to answer any questions or queries you may have about your system. They are able to explain the capabilities and the limitations of the types of renewable energy technologies available and match them to our clients needs.
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Our clients are well informed and advised of the various technologies available. Information sharing and discussions prior to installation of alternative energy solutions enable our clients to plan for a sustainable, affordable greener future. Our engineering, operations and installation teams work very closely together to provide a tailormade solution for our clients.
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We are also continuously involved in research and development into the latest renewable energy technologies such as green hydrogen and wind turbines.
Meet the team
tyron van Niekerk
Director & Lead Engineer
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Tyron has a BEng in Civil Engineering and a MEng in Mechanical Engineering focusing on renewable energy technologies from Stellenbosch University.
Tyron is a key role player in the Suburban Power team. His keen interest in a sustainable greener future and love for nature, combined with his skill set, makes him a great asset to Suburban Power. Tyron has been working in the SSEG market since graduation and has a wealth of knowledge in this niche market.
He is always happy to have a chat and really enjoys deploying his skill set to make a difference in the world.
pieter van Niekerk
CEO
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Pieter is an Installations Electrician by trade, but has been the director of Suburbs Investments since its inception over 30 years ago.
Pieter is a key role player in The Suburban Power team. His experience in the building and insurance industry plays a major role in guiding Suburban Power to become a major role player in the South African green economy.
Pieter is an excellent "all rounder" in Suburban Power and is always keen on finding a solution to any "tricky" situation. He is a perfectionist and we are really privileged to have him on our team. He provides invaluable guidance and advice in all aspects and operations within the company.
keagan van Niekerk
director & CFO
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Keagan obtained a BCom Management Sciences from Stellenbosch University in 2018.
After graduation, Keagan went on to work in the building and insurance industry and has been involved in this niche market for the last 6 years.
Keagan's business sense, building experience, keen interest in renewable energy technologies and vision play a key role in Suburban Power becoming a forerunner within the green alternative energy field.
Apart from keeping a close eye on the financials of the company, Keagan is always keen on getting involved in designs and provides great insight on "tricky" installations.
Cobus Nortje
installation technician
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Cobus is the lead installation technician at Suburban Power.
Cobus has worked in the building industry for the last 10 years and is privileged to have worked on the 64 MWp Letsatsi solar PV power project in Bloemfontein, South Africa. The Letsatsi power project was selected in the first round of bids in the Renewable Energy Independent Power Producers Procurement Program (REIPPP) and reached Commercial Operation Date (COD) in May 2014.
He too is a perfectionist and is meticulous in everything he does.
hein van der walt
Installation electrician
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Hein obtained his Installation Electrician Certificate of Registration in 1991. He too has been involved in the building and insurance industry for the last 20 years and has a wealth of knowledge in the industry.
Hein is also considered an "all rounder" in the Suburban Power team and is a mentor to our junior members who are training within our various skills development programs.
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zusiphe bhkewawayo
junior engineer and EPC practitioner in training
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Zusiphe joined the Suburban Power team at the start of 2023. She graduated with a Diploma in Electrical Engineering from Mangosuthu University in 2019.
Zusiphe is currently enrolled in The Energy Performance Certificate skills training program and CEA internship through the Institute of Energy Professionals Africa (IEPA).
When she is not studying, Zusiphe is on site and always keen on getting her hands dirty whilst learning the industry.