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Athlone Power Station: Where Heritage and Green Ambition Collide

by Zola Naidoo
May 16, 2025

Athlone Power Station in Cape Town stands at a crossroads between honoring its rich industrial past and embracing a greener future. Once a mighty coalpowered giant, its iconic chimneys now watch over a city eager to turn the site into a hub for clean solar energy and innovation. But preserving this history sparks passionate debates, with some fighting to keep its memories alive while others push for urgent renewable development. The battle over Athlone reflects a deeper story about how cities balance memory, progress, and hope for a better tomorrow.

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