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2020-03-24

Lagos begins test running of solar-powered traffic lights.

The Lagos State Government has commenced testing the use of solar energy to power traffic control lights in a bid to tackle perennial traffic congestion in […]
2020-03-22

Do Solar Panels Generate Electricity From Light or Heat?

One of the questions we often get asked is will Solar work during the cooler seasons .The answer isn’t obvious and the confusion around this comes […]
2020-03-17

Togo, Niger, Benin owe Nigeria N30 Billion for Electricity

  The Republics of Togo, Niger and Benin owe Nigeria a total of N29.97bn for the electricity supplied to them from January to September last year, […]
2020-03-15

Why Solar Power?

Solar technology provides environmental and social advantages over other energy sources. Some of the advantages are: – Low energy costs: The sun provides solar radiation for […]
2020-03-12

Nigerian Senator Introduces Bill To Ban Importation Of Generators

The senator representing Niger South, Bima Enagi, has introduced a bill that seeks to ban the importation of generators in Nigeria. The bill, titled “a bill […]
2020-03-10

Nigerians to face blackout for 6 days as shortage of gas hits 16 power plants

  Nigerian are set to face another blackout for the next  6 days as the shortage of gas has hit 16 power generating plants causing power […]
2020-03-08

A Must Read Before Ditching Your Generator

Solynta’s Headquarters is based in Lagos however; its sales agents are based across the country. Each day they speak to hundreds of Nigerians who want to […]
2020-03-03

Oyo State Government Approve Collaboration with Solar Firm and targets two million households for solar power.

  The Managing Partner, Global Head of Business at Triston solar said in a recent interview with the press that the Governor of Oyo State, Seyi […]
2020-03-01

SOLAR Vs GENERATOR: Oga Na Master!

The two major alternative source of power in Nigeria are solar power and generator. Out of these two commonly used sources of power in Nigeria, one […]
2020-02-25

FG Secures Legal Approval for 3050MW Mambilla Power Plant.

Nigeria has gotten an approval from the International Court of Arbitration to resume works on its 3050 megawatts (MW) capacity Mambilla hydro power plant, the federal […]
2020-02-23

Could The Corona Virus affect Manufacturing and the Price Of Solar?

Since 2009 China has been the world’s largest exporter of goods across various sectors. Whilst its key exports are automatic data processing machines, clothing and mobile […]
2020-02-18

50MW Solar Power Plant to be Constructed in Zimbabwe by Independent Power Producers.

  A 50MW solar photovoltaic power plant is set to be constructed in Zimbabwe. This is after Independent Power Producer (IPP) Tatanga Energy and Sable Chemicals, […]
2020-02-16

How Many Solar Panels Do I Need To Power My House?

Determining how many solar panels you’ll need for your home means first knowing what your goals are. Do you want to minimize your carbon footprint?  Save […]
2020-02-11
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FG to Issue Third Green Bond of N25 Billion for Renewable Energy.

Green Bonds are any type of instrument where the proceeds are exclusively applied to finance or re-finance, in part or in full, new and/or existing eligible […]
2020-02-09

Ways You Can Make Money from Solar Power

The Solar Power industry is booming around the world as demand rises for clean, constant, affordable power. With an erratic national grid, rising electricity tariffs and […]
2020-02-04

Mubuga Solar Plant Becomes the First Grid-Connected Project By an Independent Power Producer in Burundi.

  A grid-connected project is system that allows you to power your home or small business with renewable energy. Gigawatt Global’s 7.5MW solar plant in Burundi […]
2020-02-02

How Long Do Solar Panels Really Last?

When you are considering investing in a solar installation, wondering how long home solar panels last is a question that inevitably pops up. To put your […]
2020-01-30

How Rising Electricity Costs Present Opportunity for Renewable Energy Sources.

Nigeria’s recently bungled attempt to increase electricity tariffs aligns with rising electricity bills globally, providing an opportunity for quicker adoption of renewable energy sources. In Nigeria, […]
2020-01-26

Quick Guide To The 4 Components of a Solar Home System

When going solar one of the many questions we get is: ‘what will my solar home system come with?’ In this article we walk you through […]
2020-01-22

National Grid No Longer Sustainable – Chairman NERC

The management of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, has commenced a process that would trigger the construction of the smart mini-grid system in the urban […]
2022-06-26

The Challenge of Solar in Nigeria

Electricity is crucial to the development of any nation. Nigeria has an installed capacity of 12,522 MW of grid power, but it is only able to […]
2022-06-19

Solar in 5 Unusual Places

Photovoltaic panels that harvest sunlight are being used across the world — and even outside it — to generate clean electricity. Solar panels are most commonly […]
2022-06-04

11 Solar Jargons You Need to Know

If you are considering going solar you may find the industry jargon confusing. However,  learning the language is important and will help you to understand how […]
2022-05-24

Nigerian entrepreneur builds electric mini-buses in clean energy push

MAIDUGURI, Nigeria, May 16 (Reuters) – Nigerian entrepreneur Mustapha Gajibo has been converting petrol mini-buses into electric vehicles at his workshop, but he is now going […]
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