Industry News

The World Bank estimates that over half of the world’s population, approximately 4.4 billion people, currently lives in cities. This trend of urbanisation is expected to persist, with the urban population projected to more than double by 2050, when nearly seven out of ten people will reside in urban areas.

Theodore Paraskevakos, a Greek-American inventor and businessman, developed
the first smart meters while collaborating with Boeing in Huntsville, Alabama. He adapted technology from his patented caller ID system to monitor sensors and relay data.

Women have historically been underrepresented in boardrooms worldwide. This also
rings true for the energy and associated sectors. Data published by the International
Energy Agency (IEA) in 2022 revealed that women hold less than 14% of senior
management roles across nearly 2,500 global energy firms.

Remote Metering Solutions (RMS), the largest privately owned utility network manager in South Africa, proudly announces the inception of the RMS Talent Factory. This pioneering 12-month experiential learning programme, welcoming its inaugural cohort of 12 recently qualified graduates, is uniquely designed to fill the critical skills shortage in the utility sector. The Talent Factory is set to empower young professionals with practical, hands-on experience, equipping them with the requisite skills to work effectively in the rapidly evolving utility management industry.