Fena Solar

The “Light for West Nile Project” a Refugee and Host Community Solar Lantern and Solar Home System Project

The project will expand and strengthen Fena Solar Ltd’s distribution chain, offering its products for cash and PAYG. Fena Solar Ltd will deploy solar lanterns with phone charging capabilities and two types of SHS, sourced from contracted manufacturers SunKing and Omnivoltaic. In addition, Fena Solar Ltd aims to deploy related products, including solarpowered sewing machines and barber kits with charging stations.   

 

Outcome and Impact

Through the sale of 3,318 of Fena Solar Ltd’s products, 6,448 people will gain enhanced energy access. On an annual basis, 2,024 tCO2e will be reduced and 6,251 MWh of clean electricity will be generated. Additionally, 24 temporary and 53 permanent jobs will be created, with 100% of leadership positions filled by women. Savings on energy-related expenditure is estimated to be EUR 205K.

 

Location

Uganda

Total Project Budget

EUR 288 130

EEP Africa Financing

EUR 200 009

Technology

Residential Electricity

Energy Source

Solar

Type

Scale-up

Project Start

2024 -