November 22nd, 2023
Oolu, a leading off-grid solar company in West and Central Africa focused on providing sustainable energy alternatives to people living off-grid, and Instollar Technologies, a company at the forefront of revolutionising the green energy workforce landscape, have entered into a strategic partnership to enhance the delivery of off-grid solar solutions across Africa.
The partnership will leverage the expertise and skilled workforce provided by both parties to deepen access to solar electricity.. This collaboration between Oolu and Instollar is founded on shared values of sustainability, innovation, and a commitment to driving positive change in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Through the partnership, Instollar will provide Oolu with access to a pool of skilled and trained professionals, ensuring efficient and high-quality installation and maintenance services. This will include joint initiatives for training and capacity building, contributing to the development of a skilled green energy workforce in the region.
In addition to its existing workforce, Oolu will leverage the workforce platform provided by Instollar to expedite its expansion plans, reaching more communities and providing more households and businesses with reliable off-grid solar solutions.
This collaboration will allow Oolu and Instollar the opportunity to explore technological integration to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance customer experience.
Chinwe Udo-Davis, co-founder and CEO at Instollar, said this is a milestone, hailing it as a way to further deepen renewable energy.
"Our collaboration with Oolu represents a significant milestone for us as a company. We are excited to contribute our expertise in building a skilled workforce to support Oolu’s mission. This partnership is a testament to the power of collaboration in driving the adoption of renewable energy solutions and creating a sustainable future for all.
Monica Uduku, Head of Marketing, Partnership, and Corporate Communications at Oolu, said the partnership aligns with Oolu’s mission and vision.
“This partnership is a natural extension of Oolu's commitment to making sustainable energy accessible. By collaborating with Instollar Technologies, we are enhancing our capacity to deliver reliable off-grid solar solutions, aligning perfectly with our mission to improve lives through innovative energy services. With Instollar Technologies providing us with a skilled workforce, we can expedite the installation and maintenance of our solar solutions, enabling us to expand into new regions efficiently, reaching more communities, and making a greater impact on energy access.”
Present at the official signing of the SLA were representatives from both Oolu and Instollar Technologies. The ceremony marked the beginning of a collaborative journey aimed at advancing the renewable energy landscape in West Africa.
For more information on this partnership, please contact media@oolusolar.com.
About Oolu
Founded in 2015, Oolu was established with the mission to provide off-grid rural households in West Africa with high-quality solar products at an affordable price.
Oolu’s vision extends far beyond its product offerings and geographic reach to become the leading financial services provider to rural households in West Africa. The Oolu model, developed with local communities, offers a wide range of solar products on an affordable financing plan. Oolu is committed to after-sales support, with replacement parts under warranty and customer service representatives who speak the local languages of their customers. Oolu’s headquarters is in Dakar, Senegal, and operates across six West African countries.
About Instollar Technologies
Instollar is the number 1 green energy talent marketplace that connects renewable energy companies in need of skills for project implementation across Africa with freelance green-collar talents with experience in off-grid solar energy projects. They provide on-site technicians like Solar Engineers and Technicians, Commissioning engineers, project managers, and Design Engineers. Companies can use their services on a freelancing basis. The advantage of the site for companies is access to a skill pool and a trained workforce everywhere including remote areas, urban and peri-urban areas.