**In Southern Africa, many industrial sites still rely on conventional fuels such as coal or fuel oil. Transitioning to alternative energy sources is a key lever to improve energy performance and reduce dependence on fossil fuels.** As part of its energy solutions, Veolia supports industries in adapting their energy systems to more suitable and locally available energy sources. [Learn more](#learnmore) ## **Fuel Switching** for Lower Emissions and Reliable Energy **Fuel switching consists of transitioning from old existing fuels with more efficient or sustainable alternatives, depending on site constraints and energy availability.** This can include: - **Switching from fossil derived fuels to renewable fuels.** - **Using biomass as an alternative to coal.** - **Emissions reduction impact** - **Regulatory regional compliance** These solutions are implemented within existing installations, ensuring continuity of operations. ## **Transitioning** Energy Sources  **Fuel switching consists in replacing existing fuels with more efficient or sustainable alternatives, depending on site constraints and energy availability.** This can include: - **Boiler conversions3** - **Maintaining process output** - **Infrastructure considerations** These solutions are implemented within existing installations, ensuring continuity of operations.  ## **Retrofitting** and System Adaptation |   ## **A concrete example** in Africa **Veolia has already implemented energy recovery solutions on the continent.** In Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, the Akouédo landfill rehabilitation project includes the recovery of biogas to produce energy, reducing environmental impact while valorising waste.  ## Learn more about **Fuel Switch Solutions** [Talk to an expert](/contact-us)  **Explore** **our relevant solutions** [Discover our Energy solutions](/energy-solutions) **\#** [Waste to Energy](/energy-solutions/waste-to-energy "Waste to Energy in South Africa") **\#** [Combined Heat and Power Solutions](/energy-solutions/heat-and-power-systems "Combined Heat and Power Solutions South Africa") **\#** [Solar PV systems](/energy-solutions/solar-pv-systems "Solar PV Systems in South Africa") **\#** [Waste Heat Recovery & Valorisation](/energy-solutions/waste-heat-recovery-services "Waste Heat Recovery & Valorisation South Africa") **\#** [Fuel Switch Solutions](/energy-solutions/fuel-switch-solutions "Fuel Switch Solutions in South Africa") **\#** [Anaerobic Digestion](/energy-solutions/anaerobic-solutions "Anaerobic Digestion in South Africa") **\#** [Energy Monitoring and Optimization](/energy-solutions/energy-monitoring-systems "Energy Monitoring and Optimization in South Africa")