Category: Member article
ZESCO & Anzana joint venture to connect two million people in Zambia by 2030
ZESCO Limited (ZESCO), Zambia’s national electricity utility, and ARE Member Anzana Electric Group (Anzana) have committed to the key terms of a joint venture for the electrification of millions of people on the Zambian portion of the Lobito Corridor. The US$300 […]
Batrica surpasses 500,000 rentals in just a year and a half
In October 2023, ARE Member Batrica installed its first off-grid station in Chad. Since then, the small start-up has made significant progress. With 25 stations now installed in rural villages across Chad, the company has broken rental records in recent […]
Aptech Africa to deliver 250 solar power sites for healthcare across Zambia
ARE Member Aptech Africa is proud to have participated in the launch of an ambitious initiative to install 250 solar power sites across Zambia, a project that will transform access to reliable electricity for health facilities nationwide. This large-scale solar […]
Why battery circularity may stall before it starts
The promise of battery circularity—repurposing electric vehicle (EV) batteries for second-life applications—has captured the attention of policymakers and businesses alike. Lower costs, extended battery life, and reduced waste make it an appealing sustainability strategy. Yet, despite its potential, the path […]
Energy storage solution adaptability for rural-remote areas
When we look back at humanity’s history, in the early 19th century, people worldwide still used traditional means (candles, oil lamps…) to illuminate their homes. It was not until 1878 that Thomas Edison installed the first private electric system in […]
Rethinking energy storage: why the Ohms Box is the way forward
The Energy Storage Challenge Access to reliable electricity is one of the great dividing lines of our time. While many people, especially in developed countries, take it for granted, some regions of the world, especially in African countries, still live […]
What can mini-grid battery systems learn from utility-scale BESS projects?
Mini-grids are, as the name suggests, smaller than the typical power grid. Where most large-scale utilities consider demand in megawatts or gigawatts, mini-grids are typically considered on the scale of kilowatts (kW). AMDA’s 2025 Benchmarking Mini-grids Report defined the average […]
K-BESS solution: Unlocking energy storage with Airborne Wind Energy in remote locations
Kite-powered Battery Energy Storage System (K-BESS) is emerging as a versatile and game-changing solution to supply renewable electricity in temporary, remote, or hard-to-electrify locations. By combining AWE systems with on-site battery storage, K-BESS addresses energy needs where traditional grids cannot […]
New cooling box based on SelfChill technology expands lifespan of batteries and electronic devices in off-grid systems
In many regions where off-grid energy systems are commonly used – particularly in hot and arid areas of Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East – high ambient temperatures significantly reduce the lifespan of batteries and sensitive electronic equipment. […]
Enviroearth delivers solar-powered EV charging stations in Samoa
ARE Member Enviroearth has completed the installation of six electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Apia, Samoa, with a trusted local partner. The project combines hybrid and renewable energy systems to support sustainable mobility and strengthen climate resilience in island […]