The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has partnered with Husk Power Systems (Husk), a clean energy company, to introduce…
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company has partnered with Husk Power Systems , a clean energy company, toIMGs are linked to a distribution network operator’s infrastructure.
The IMGs make use of company’s existing transmission and distribution infrastructure. This helps improve customer service through metering, billing, payment collection, and system management.In a statement on Thursday, Husk said the partnership, carried out alongside Duduguru community in Nasarawa state, aims to provide sustainable, affordable and reliable energy to peri-urban commercial and residential customers.
“The solar-powered mini-grid in Duduguru, located in Obi Local Government Area , has a planned average daily energy supply of 656 kW, which will serve about 1,000 customers, roughly 80% households and 20% micro, small and medium-sized enterprises and small factories,” the statement reads.The company says it has identified over 50 potential IMGs across 10 states and is committed to expanding the renewable energy service company model in Nigeria.
Manoj Sinha, Husk’s co-founder and CEO, said the development will promote access to clean energy for many communities.“This is a first step in successfully scaling the renewable energy service company model, not only for all of Nigeria, but eventually across Sub-Saharan Africa. It is a clear demonstration of how decentralised renewable energy systems give people and businesses the ability to control their own energy future.
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