Eskom, the state-run power utility in South Africa, has taken a significant step towards sustainable energy transition by issuing an invitation to tender for the construction of a pilot renewable green hydrogen facility in Johannesburg. This initiative aligns with the country's goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The pilot facility aims to explore the integration of green hydrogen into the energy mix, understand regulatory frameworks, and support internal skills development. Green hydrogen, produced through electrolysis using renewable electricity, serves as a crucial energy carrier for storing and utilizing renewable energy in sectors that are hard to electrify directly. Eskom's CEO highlighted the utility's commitment to creative, technology-led solutions for decarbonisation, emphasizing the importance of clean energy for inclusive economic growth. Eskom's green hydrogen pilot facility is a part of its broader efforts in decarbonisation, which includes collaborations with organizations like Exxaro Resources and the fast-tracking of a separate renewable energy business. By diversifying the energy mix with cleaner technologies, including hydrogen, Eskom aims to meet electricity demand sustainably and deliver lasting benefits for all South Africans.