The idea of solar-generated electricity might seem like a modern concept, but humans have been striving to harness solar power since the mid-1800s. Today’s infrastructure looks nothing like those first inventions, but the goal is still the same: harness the energy from the sun and turn it into electricity we can use. WATT Renewables is…
It takes a lot to change social norms that have existed for thousands of years. Gender equality is no exception. Although we’ve come a long way in the past few decades, there’s a long road left to travel to close the equality gap. WATT’s Sustainable Development Goals At WATT Renewables, we understand the impact our…
IN THE COMMUNITY Sub-Saharan Africa – People looking for solar options often puzzled with terms kilowatt and kilowatt-hours. Electricity used is measured by kilowatt hour and the solar power systems are sized in kilowatts. This is where questions often come about kilowatts and kilowatt-hours. So what exactly does a kWh mean and how does it…
IN THE COMMUNITY Sub-Saharan Africa – Depending on the type of property and where it is located a specific type of solar electric system that best suits for the needs. Depending on where a property is located – in the heart of a city, in the suburbs or in the woods an appropriate type of…
IN THE COMMUNITY Sub-Saharan Africa – The utility prices have significantly increased over the years and on the contrary, the cost of purchasing and installing solar systems has taken a downfall. This has resulted in an increased sale of solar systems. Not only have the businesses, even the residents considered its use for enjoying long-term…
IN THE COMMUNITY Sub-Saharan Africa – Solar panels are a great source of energy and they help to reduce energy costs. Solar panels also reduce the environmental impact of your home and provide you with a host of benefits that include supporting local business, making a contribution to energy independence. Do you want to install…
IN THE COMMUNITY Ijebu Ife, Ogun State, Nigeria – A federal minister declares “Solar does not work!!” As mentioned already, once you switch to using solar panels, your dependency on electricity offered by the utility providers becomes zero. When rest of the society is facing a blackout, you can still light up your house using…