Solar Nexus

“The grid serving Africa’s most populous nation is so weak that in order to keep the lights on and appliances running, most Nigerians produce power at home. Domestic generators powered by petrol and diesel have for many years been the go-to option. But increasingly, solar equipment is gaining ground. By the end of last year, small-scale solar capacity in Nigeria comfortably exceeded what the grid delivers.” And home solar is for sale everywhere and for every event. Bloomberg (Gift Article): In Nigeria, Solar Panels Are the New Wedding Gift. “High fuel prices and cheap Chinese technology are accelerating Nigeria’s shift to solar, transforming how people shop, spend and live.”