In other interesting news, our COO Emmastella Gakuo will be a speaker and CEO Percy Lemtukei will be attending the 8th Global Off-Grid Solar Forum and Expo 2024, happening from 8-10 October at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. The event to be Co-hosted by GOGLA, the Government of Kenya, and the World Bank’s Lighting Global Program, is expected to gather over 1,500 attendees, including investors, policymakers, and development professionals.
This year’s Forum will highlight key advancements in off-grid solar technologies, along with discussions about universal electricity access, climate resilience, and sustainable energy solutions for sectors like agriculture, enterprise, and health.
Savanna Circuit is part of this dialogue and weighing in by sharing insights on how off-grid solar solutions are transforming agriculture in reducing post-harvest losses and the need to support climate adaptation strategies. The Forum comes at a pivotal moment, as a recent report sheds light on key developments in the off-grid solar industry.
Data from the renewable energy shows that the first half of 2024 has witnessed a transformative surge in Kenya, marked by a 6% rise in renewable energy generation. This increase has led to lower electricity prices, signifying Kenya’s emergence as a leader in Africa’s renewable energy revolution and paving the way for a brighter, more sustainable future
In addition to technological advancements, the Forum will highlight critical funding opportunities. The recent announcement of recipients for the Waste & Circularity Innovation Fund by ANDE underscores the availability of financial support for sustainable projects. Attendees at the Forum will have the chance to connect with investors and explore opportunities for funding their own initiatives.
The Forum will offer numerous opportunities for networking and collaboration. The Africa Minigrid Developers Association (AMDA), Africa E-Mobility Alliance (AfEMA), and Global Distributors Collective (GDC) will all be partnering with GOGLA to ensure that the event encompasses a broad range of energy access technologies, particularly in sectors like agriculture and enterprise. The Forum will also include a Weak-Grid Technology Showcase, providing a platform for showcasing hybrid energy solutions.
Savanna Circuit is proud to be part of this global platform where African solutions for African ideas, funding opportunities, and impactful partnerships will drive the off-grid solar sector forward. We invite you to join us at the 8th Global Off-Grid Solar Forum and Expo 2024, On the Cool Insights: Broken links in the agricultural forum. Feel free to pass by and get a demo at the booth (A39/40)
Event Details:
Date: 8-10 October 2024
Location: Kenyatta International Conference Centre, Nairobi, Kenya
Hosted by: GOGLA, Government of Kenya, World Bank’s Lighting Global Program
Register: ⬇️https://www.offgridsolarforum.org/page/3559531/register
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