- Oolu and RP Global set up a new solar venture, Westa.solar.
- Westa.solar will deploy commercial and industrial solar systems.
- The company has deployed its first project in Kano.
RP Global, a leading renewable energy developer and investor, and clean energy services provider Oolu Solar has set up a new Commercial & Industrial (C&I) solar venture, Westa.solar. The company has already deployed its first solar PPA project in Nigeria, the 500kWp solar hybrid installation at Cellopack Industries in Kano, Nigeria.
The 500kWp facility will supply Cellopack Industries with about 25 per cent of its energy needs, improve energy security, and minimise diesel generator reliance. It is expected that the plant will reduce the company’s overall energy costs and carbon footprint. The project was jointly financed by westa.solar and supported via grant funding from the UK Foreign & Commonwealth Development Office.
Kolawole Akinboye, Westa.Solar’s Country Manager stated that “this is the first of what we hope to be many solar power projects for our C&I company in Nigeria. This Solar PV installation is projected to help Cellopack generate savings of over N235 million over the next 10 years and support its long-term growth ambitions. Our solar hybrid systems are a great solution for businesses with high energy needs. Ranging from 50kW to 5MW, our systems are fully customized to meet client demand. By providing a reliable supply at a competitive price, we offer greater financial predictability and contribute to decarbonizing the Nigerian energy mix.”