Arnergy specializes in delivering sustainable energy solutions for businesses and homes in emerging markets. Its mission is to provide clean, reliable power tailored to tackle intermittency and grid unreliability, enabling clients to access affordable distributed energy systems.
Rivy is making it easier to finance small and medium sized businesses in Africa. There is a need for financing of $158 bn for SMEs in Nigeria alone. To start, Rivy o helps SMEs access and spend lender capital effectively. During their first full operational year in 2020, the Rivy o co--founders leveraged their domain expertise and founding experience to beat their 2020 goal by 50%.
Ceesolar specializes in the design, supply, and installation of solar power systems, focusing on both commercial and industrial applications. The company manages solar power projects from initial energy audits through to installation, allowing them to understand current and future energy demands. Ceesolar ensures the use of high-quality materials at competitive prices, enabling clients to meet their energy needs effectively. Additionally, Ceesolar offers mini-grid development, consulting services, and on-site and remote maintenance, which enhances customer satisfaction and promotes the long-term performance of the solar systems.
Arnergy
Venture Round in 2024
Arnergy specializes in delivering sustainable energy solutions for businesses and homes in emerging markets. Its mission is to provide clean, reliable power tailored to tackle intermittency and grid unreliability, enabling clients to access affordable distributed energy systems.
mopo
Venture Round in 2022
Mobile Power Ltd is a company that specializes in providing rental battery packs for charging mobile phones to off-grid customers in developing countries. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Sheffield, United Kingdom, the company addresses the challenges faced by the estimated half a billion mobile phone users without access to grid electricity. Many of these individuals currently rely on diesel generators and oil lamps, which are both costly and environmentally harmful. Mobile Power Ltd aims to enhance access to clean energy, facilitating improved business opportunities, education, and health outcomes while also reducing carbon emissions. The company incorporates security systems and mobile payment capabilities into its battery packs, further streamlining the user experience in these underserved markets.
Koolboks
Seed Round in 2022
Koolboks develops sustainable refrigeration technology that enables reliable off-grid cooling through superior insulation, ice battery systems, and solar-powered refrigerators. The equipment provides round-the-clock cooling without on-grid electricity and includes a vaccine refrigerator that uses geospatial technology to monitor temperature, battery level, and other performance data, helping clients access affordable cooling devices in settings with limited or no grid access.
Greenage Technologies Power Systems
Venture Round in 2022
Greenage Technologies Power Systems Ltd., established in 2017 and headquartered in Enugu, Nigeria, specializes in manufacturing solar inverters tailored for the Nigerian market. The company produces a range of products including Pure Sine Wave Inverters, Automatic Voltage Regulators, and Automatic Transfer Switches. Greenage designs, manufactures, installs, and sells comprehensive solar energy systems and power electronics solutions. With operations in 26 out of Nigeria's 36 states and plans to expand into Ghana, Rwanda, and Kenya, the company aims to revolutionize the use of solar energy systems across Africa through its locally manufactured products.
Powerstove Energy
Convertible Note in 2022
Powerstove Energy, which uses advanced technology to deliver a superior smokeless, IoT-enabled cookstove that generates electricity.
Powerstove Energy
Grant in 2022
Powerstove Energy, which uses advanced technology to deliver a superior smokeless, IoT-enabled cookstove that generates electricity.
NXT Grid
Pre Seed Round in 2021
NXT Grid develops and operates solar mini-grids across Africa, focusing on micro-utilities that enable local businesses to generate reliable, clean power. The company provides solar equipment rental and AI-powered support services to lower financial and technical barriers, helping local enterprises become successful mini-grid developers. By bundling and operating multiple micro-grids, NXT Grid aims to accelerate the adoption of distributed solar in emerging markets and support scalable, financeable energy projects.
Salpha Energy
Funding Round in 2021
Salpha Energy develops solar energy products for commercial and business applications, with a focus on expanding access to clean power for communities. The company offers affordable solar home systems targeted at bottom-of-the-pyramid customers in rural, remote, and peri-urban areas, enabling households to obtain reliable, clean energy. Its products emphasize durability and practical design to support scalable deployment and a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
Infibranches Technologies
Seed Round in 2021
Infibranches Technologies specializes in digital payment services for solar energy providers.
Salpha Energy
Grant in 2021
Salpha Energy develops solar energy products for commercial and business applications, with a focus on expanding access to clean power for communities. The company offers affordable solar home systems targeted at bottom-of-the-pyramid customers in rural, remote, and peri-urban areas, enabling households to obtain reliable, clean energy. Its products emphasize durability and practical design to support scalable deployment and a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
Oolu Inc. is a solar energy company based in Dakar, Senegal, with an additional office in San Francisco, California. It specializes in the installation of solar home systems and provides technical support and maintenance services to households in West Africa. Oolu's offerings include solar systems equipped with adjustable lights and USB ports, powered by batteries that can hold a charge for up to six hours. The company aims to improve energy access for rural and peri-urban communities by implementing a monthly payment model that reduces financial barriers. This model not only allows customers to benefit from affordable and reliable energy but also includes maintenance, parts, and battery replacements within the service package. By fostering trust within local communities, Oolu seeks to expand its impact and become a leading provider of energy and financial services in the developing world.
Auxano Solar
Seed Round in 2020
Auxano Solar specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative solar systems. Their product range includes solar charge controllers, panels, inverters, and LED bulbs. They offer comprehensive services such as consulting, project design, installation, supervision, management, and cost analysis.
Greenage Technologies Power Systems
Debt Financing in 2019
Greenage Technologies Power Systems Ltd., established in 2017 and headquartered in Enugu, Nigeria, specializes in manufacturing solar inverters tailored for the Nigerian market. The company produces a range of products including Pure Sine Wave Inverters, Automatic Voltage Regulators, and Automatic Transfer Switches. Greenage designs, manufactures, installs, and sells comprehensive solar energy systems and power electronics solutions. With operations in 26 out of Nigeria's 36 states and plans to expand into Ghana, Rwanda, and Kenya, the company aims to revolutionize the use of solar energy systems across Africa through its locally manufactured products.
Greenage Technologies Power Systems
Seed Round in 2019
Greenage Technologies Power Systems Ltd., established in 2017 and headquartered in Enugu, Nigeria, specializes in manufacturing solar inverters tailored for the Nigerian market. The company produces a range of products including Pure Sine Wave Inverters, Automatic Voltage Regulators, and Automatic Transfer Switches. Greenage designs, manufactures, installs, and sells comprehensive solar energy systems and power electronics solutions. With operations in 26 out of Nigeria's 36 states and plans to expand into Ghana, Rwanda, and Kenya, the company aims to revolutionize the use of solar energy systems across Africa through its locally manufactured products.
Arnergy specializes in delivering sustainable energy solutions for businesses and homes in emerging markets. Its mission is to provide clean, reliable power tailored to tackle intermittency and grid unreliability, enabling clients to access affordable distributed energy systems.