FIVE STATES TO RECEIVE MINI-SOLAR PLANTS
Five states are to build solar-powered mini-grids to aid the Federal
Government’s efforts at improving electricity generation and supply.
The states are Kaduna, Imo, Rivers, Delta and Ogun. They are
partnering with GreenElec, a France-based solar energy solution
provider.
GreenElec’s President, Marvel Hochet, said the use of solar-powered
mini grids, would help in increasing access to electricity in Nigeria,
as well as boost the energy mix initiative introduced by the Federal
Government.
He said pilot studies on the use of solar power on major highways,
bridges, and streets have been conducted in Imo, Delta, Rivers and Ogun
States.
He added that efforts are ongoing to provide solar-powered
mini-grids in many communities in the states, which will enable them use
solar power for growth.
He said building mini-grids in the five states would reduce pressure
on the national grid, which, according to him, has suffered neglect over
time.
He said the solar-powered mini-grids would be fitted with panels
produced in France, along with strong batteries, poles and network,
among other components, adding that they cannot be broken.
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