Kevin Shames: Geysers, batteries next big opportunity in exploding renewables sector

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Former hedge fund manager Kevin Shames moved into the renewable energy field a few years ago, spotting the power of combining Government incentives with massive opportunity arising from the changing energy equation. The resulting creation, Bright Light Solar, is now a leading 12J company which is able to offer South African investors an effective 21% a year after-tex return. In this podcasted interview, Shames shares some interesting reactions to the recently released prospectus, and discusses the opportunity of solar-powered geysers. - Alec Hogg
21 Jan 2020 12AM English South Africa Investing · Business News

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