Groupower, a pioneering power and energy solutions company, has unveiled a solar energy platform designed to power Nigerian homes and industries with accessible solar power. Launched in Abuja on Thursday, the platform simplifies the adoption process, making solar energy more inclusive and sustainable.
Yeshua Russell, Project Leader at Groupower, said the platform addresses the energy crisis in Nigeria and Africa by streamlining access to solar power. “Our platform aggregates multiple stakeholders, ensuring customers can seamlessly access high-quality solar power,” he explained.
Established in 2017, Groupower has evolved from a solar installation company to a trailblazing force in the solar energy sector. “We recognized that Nigeria’s problem was not just about solar power, but about standardizing access to quality products,” Russell noted. “That’s why we created Groupower, the ‘Uber of solar power,’ to provide a sustainable solution for Nigerians.”
The platform is free and user-friendly, allowing customers to create a profile and request solar power. Groupower has partnered with private sector finance houses to ensure the project’s sustainability. “We have assembled a network of technical, installation, training, financial, and insurance partners to ensure Nigerians receive the correct solar power at the correct price,” Russell said.
The project is a cornerstone initiative of a partnership between Groupower, the Ministry of Education, REA Project, and the World Bank. “We aim to expand across Africa, leveraging technology and partnerships to make solar power accessible to all,” Russell emphasized.
The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, expressed the ministry’s readiness to partner with Groupower due to the project’s relevance to Nigeria’s economic growth and diversification. Barr. Ibe Sunday, representing the Honorable Minister of Aviation, Festus Kayamo SAN, noted that the project aligns with the minister’s vision for renewable energy.