In Africa, Rural Electrification Is Driven By Technology & Crowd Investments
Falling solar panel prices have led to a steep surge of economically viable off-grid solutions all over the world — as well, and especially, in sub-Saharan Africa.
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Akinwumi Adesina: “My job as President of the African Development Bank is to put Africa…
Anne-Sophie Garrigou, journalist at The Beam, met with Akinwumi Adesina. Together, they talked about the challenges of the off-grid sector in Africa and the development of renewable energy, as well as the impact of Trump’s political decision (cutting financial international aid) on the continent.
Mobisol Acquires Lumeter To Expand Off-Grid Solar Pay-As-You-Go Solution
This week, Mobisol has announced that it has acquired Lumeter, one of the largest providers of pay-as-you-go (PAYG) software for the off-grid solar industry. This acquisition aims to create strong synergies between Lumeter and Mobisol’s software for PAYG services.
Thomas Gottschalk: “It’s a great feeling to know that whole communities raise their standard of…
This week, Anne-Sophie Garrigou interviewed Thomas Gottschalk, founder and CEO of Mobisol, a company that combines solar energy with innovative mobile technology and microcredit to provide high-quality solar home systems to low-income individuals in developing countries.
Mobisol Grows East African Off-Grid Electricity Markets
Originally published on Planetsave. German off-grid solar provider Mobisol has now installed over 50,000 systems in East Africa. The company estimates a quarter of a million people now receive sustainable electricity from its solar solutions, which is an incredible landmark in a growing markets of Tanzania and Rwanda, defined once … [continued]
BNEF Announces 10 Companies As 2016 New Energy Pioneers
Bloomberg New Energy Finance announced the 10 companies chosen as its 2016 New Energy Pioneers this week. Announced on Monday, Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) revealed the 10 companies that it deemed were “game-changing innovators that are revolutionizing the energy sector.” The 10 companies were recognized on stage at the 9th … [continued]
