** Innovating Clean Energy in Africa** Enohi Ukpebor, CEO & Founder of E-Sam Energy, is on a mission to tackle Nigeria’s power challenges with innovative, sustainable solutions. “Our mission is to help Nigeria solve its persistent power problems in a clean and sustainable manner” Enohi shares.
With a vision to become the leading renewable energy project developer across Africa, E-Sam Energy Solutions sets itself apart with flexible payment options, extended product warranties, and remote monitoring capabilities. These unique offerings are tailored to meet the diverse needs of their clients and ensure customer satisfaction in a competitive market.
**Gaining Insights Through the InnovX European Program **
Participating in the InnovX European Program proved to be a transformative experience for E-Sam Energy Solutions. According to Ukpebor, “The program helped us to re-structure our pitch deck and also helped us improve our pitching skills. We benefited from mentorship and networking. Also, the program gave us an idea of opportunities in other markets.”
The structured guidance and exposure to new markets empowered the company to refine its growth strategies while opening doors to potential global opportunities.
**Breaking Barriers with Major Milestones **
Since joining the InnovX Program, E-Sam Energy Solutions has reached new heights in its journey to revolutionize renewable energy in Africa. “We’ve been able to secure a major contract with the Kaduna State Government in Nigeria to provide standalone solar home systems for up to 70,000 civil servants across the state” Ukpebor reveals.
In addition, the company has launched a new product—small-scale wind turbines—that has already garnered significant interest from potential clients, expanding their portfolio and strengthening their position as innovators in the renewable energy sector.
**Addressing Industry Challenges with Strategic Solutions **
The energy sector in Nigeria faces considerable challenges, particularly access to finance and the rising cost of products due to foreign exchange fluctuations. However, E-Sam Energy Solutions has positioned itself to tackle these obstacles head-on.
“The major challenge is access to finance to scale up” Enohi explains. “We’ve been able to partner with local banks and other financial institutions to offer asset finance (up to 4 years tenure) to our customers. We’ve also been able to secure some grant funding from the Federal Government and foreign organizations to help ease our financial burdens.”
By leveraging these partnerships and grant opportunities, the company remains competitive in pricing while maintaining its commitment to delivering top-quality products and services.
**A Vision for a Greener Future **
Looking ahead, E-Sam Energy Solutions has bold plans to expand its impact across Africa. “We plan to be the leading renewable energy company in Nigeria and subsequently Africa as a whole. We plan to scale up our operations to at least 10 states across Nigeria and subsequently expand to other African countries” says Ukpebor.
Their long-term goal is equally inspiring. “Our long-term goal is to help save one million tons of CO2 emissions from the environment, thereby helping to mitigate climate change across the world” he adds.
By combining innovative energy solutions with a clear vision for sustainability, E-Sam Energy Solutions is paving the way for a cleaner, brighter future for Africa and beyond.
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