Wedoany.com Report-Oct 26, As Nigeria grapples with a significant electricity deficit, StarTimes has unveiled a more reliable solar energy solution called StarTimes Solar.
According to a statement, the product was unveiled at the Nigeria Energy Exhibition recently. . The company’s StarTimes Solar initiative aims to bridge the energy gap, providing a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional power sources.
“StarTimes has been at the forefront of bringing solar energy to Nigeria since 2013, driven by a commitment to expanding its pay TV services to rural communities.
“Recognising the lack of electricity in these areas, the company embarked on a journey to provide affordable and reliable power solutions. “We discovered that electricity was not available in those communities. As a result of this, we commenced the development of solar to provide electricity to many households to power their TV sets so that they can enjoy digital life,” the National Sales Director, StarTimes Nigeria, Dele Ameh said.
He said in 2022, Nigerian government through the Rural Electrification Agency in conjunction with World Bank partnered with StarTimes to offer the company access to deploy more small-size solar to people in the communities at a subsidised rate.
With the recent removal of fuel and electricity subsidies, the demand for solar energy has surged in Nigeria. StarTimes has responded by expanding its offerings to include a wider range of solar systems, catering to both residential and commercial needs.
“We are scaling StarTimes Solar to bigger sizes as the market demand rises after the removal of fuel subsidy and increase in electricity tariff which triggered more demand for solar in Nigeria,” Ameh said.
It offers a comprehensive range of products, including solar panels, inverters, and batteries. The company’s solutions were designed to be cost-effective, reliable, and easy to install. Additionally, StarTimes provides flexible payment options to make solar power accessible to a wider range of customers. “So, we are no longer powering homes alone, our offerings now include larger systems capable of powering businesses, and even industrial facilities.” Ameh said.
