Lighting Africa: time to build on success
…I often tell my children the story of when my father first experienced the power of electric light. Born in 1936 in Kentucky, USA, my father knew first-hand the pressures…
Multinationals make an entry into African off-grid lighting market
The phenomenal growth of sales of portable lighting products in Africa has caught the attention of multinationals such as TOTAL, Philips and Schneider Electric, and drawn them into a market…
OPINION | Solar and battery storage: A clean solution to a dirty problem
…and account for a disproportionate amount of consumers’ spending on electricity. For decades, back-up generators have been the only real alternative to unreliable electric grids. But what was once thought…
The Role of Solar Lanterns in the Fight Against Ebola
…resort to the use of flashlights, kerosene lamps, and even candles. The inconveniences and health risks associated with these lighting sources in general are compounded when treating Ebola patients. Médecins…
Government of Kenya Releases Data to Public on Easy to Use Web Portal
…portals in sub-Saharan Africa. It will provide data access on the web and through mobile phones to researchers, web and software developers, journalists, students, civil society and the general public….
VACANCY | Communications Consultant (China)
…benefits of testing. Our work in China provides opportunities for quality producers of off-grid energy products to increase sales through market intelligence, business support, networking, and strategic guidance. General…
fosera Expands Operations in Africa with Third Assembly Line in Kenya
Local assembly plants will open job opportunities for electrical technicians © Meg Harper/Lighting Global German manufacturer of solar lighting products, fosera, has opened a product assembly line in Kenya in…
Associate Services
…to finance, participation in consumer education campaigns and general business development support. Visit our product testing pathway to learn more about submitting products for quality verification, and how to become…
From Gap to Opportunity: Business Models for Scaling Up Energy Access (IFC)
The critical challenge of extending access to electricity and clean cooking fuels to the poor is deservedly taking center stage in this International Year of Sustainable Energy for All, as…
PAYGo Market Attractiveness Index
…create a more conducive business environment for PAYGo companies to operate in a given country. Download the index and user guide or watch the webinar about the Index. …