As a result, many Nigerians rely on petrol and diesel to fuel the generators that power their homes and businesses.
Fuel shortages were a key issue in Nigeria’s recent presidential election and have made it increasingly difficult to run generators.
His company Reeddi rents out small, lightweight solar-powered batteries called “Reeddi Capsules” that can power devices including TVs, laptops and refrigerators.
One Reeddi Capsule can power a TV for around five hours, or a 15-watt fan for 15 hours.
Olubanjo says organizations in countries including Uganda, Ghana and South Africa have expressed an interest in the Reeddi Capsule.
Persons:
Olugbenga, Reeddi, Prince William’s Earthshot, Prince, Wales, ” Reeddi, Prince William's Earthshot, “, Olubanjo, ”, Joel Jewell, We’re, Anita Otubu, –
Organizations:
CNN, International Energy Agency, University of Ibadan, University of Toronto, “, Reeddi, Mobile Power, Sustainable Energy, –, UN
Locations:
Nigeria, Canada, Ogun State, Lagos, Uganda, Ghana, South Africa, Africa, Zambia