The demand for solar photovoltaic (PV) in Kenya has surged over the past decade, with global needs projected to hit 125.2 gigawatts in 2024, according to a recent report by Statista.
As the world shifts towards clean energy, industry players in the solar energy ecosystem are keen on enabling the availability of resources and infrastructure to generate clean energy. Leading the charge is Huawei, with the launch of its 150k higher power commercial and industrial (C&I) inverter, a game changer for Kenyan households and industries.
Currently, companies and households are faced with high electricity costs. The new inverter aims to increase power generation from solar panels by reducing system losses for commercial and industrial users.
Du Peng, CEO of Huawei Digital Power Eastern Africa Region, stated the device enhances safety through real-time fault detection.
” The new device enhances safety by providing real time software and hardware fault detection,” Du said during the Huawei Fusion Solar Eastern Africa Partner Summit 2024.
The launch took place at the Huawei FusionSolar Eastern Africa Partner Summit 2024 in Nairobi, which gathered renewable energy industry leaders to discuss expanding green development in Kenya.
Data from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority indicate that Kenya’s installed electricity capacity stands at 3,112 MW, with solar contributing 210 MW.
About The 150k C&I Inverter
Huawei’s latest solar technology, the 150K series Commercial and Industry (C&I) inverter, ensures device and asset safety with advanced L4 AFCI and PV ground fault protection.
Additionally, the inverter leverages Artificial Intelligence to detect faults and promptly notify the user, who can then instantly generate a report. This report includes remote fault location, pinpointing the exact source of any downtime.
