In a groundbreaking move to enhance Nigeria’s access to renewable energy, d.light, a leading provider of solar energy solutions, has partnered with Chapel Hill Denham, Nigeria’s foremost alternative asset manager, to launch a $7.4 million financing initiative aimed at expanding off-grid solar power across the nation. This collaboration promises to bring transformative solar energy and device financing solutions to low-income households, underscoring a significant step forward in sustainable development and energy access in Africa’s most populous country.
Founded in 2007 by visionaries Ned Tozun and Sam Goldman, d.light has established itself as a global force in the solar energy sector, operating in over 70 markets worldwide. With nearly 30 million products sold, impacting over 150 million lives, d.light’s mission to provide affordable and sustainable energy solutions has never been more critical. The company’s introduction into the Nigerian market in 2020 marked a pivotal moment in its mission to transform a billion lives by 2030 with clean, renewable energy.
The newly announced $7.4 million fund, provided by Chapel Hill Denham’s Nigeria Infrastructure Debt Fund, is set to bolster d.light’s Pay-Go model, a payment system that makes solar products accessible to those who need them most. This financing model is not only a testament to d.light’s innovative approach to addressing energy poverty but also reflects the company’s successful track record in leveraging securitized finance to support its expansion into new markets.
Chapel Hill Denham, a name synonymous with excellence in African financial services, brings to the partnership a deep commitment to advancing Nigeria’s economic development through sustainable investment. The firm is at the forefront of financing projects that drive progress in infrastructure, climate resilience, affordable housing, healthcare, and education, among other sectors.
This collaboration between d.light and Chapel Hill Denham represents a significant milestone in sustainable infrastructure investment in Nigeria. It is a model of how private sector partnerships can drive innovation in renewable energy financing, offering a blueprint for future projects aimed at achieving universal energy access and sustainable development goals.
The initiative not only addresses the urgent need for reliable energy sources in Nigeria, where millions remain without access to electricity, but also contributes to the global effort to transition to clean energy. By focusing on solar-powered solutions, d.light and Chapel Hill Denham are helping to reduce the country’s reliance on greenhouse gas-emitting thermal generation, paving the way for a more sustainable and energy-secure future for Nigeria.
As d.light continues to grow its presence in Nigeria, fueled by this latest round of financing, the impact of its efforts is expected to resonate far beyond the immediate beneficiaries. By empowering communities with the tools to harness solar power, d.light is lighting up the path to a brighter, more sustainable future for all.
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