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Judith Phiri, Business Reporter
Distributed Power Africa (DPA) subsidiary, Ugesi Energy has partnered with a number of globally recognised brands such as Tesla, Enphase and Huawei to provide technologically advanced and visually appealing solar hybrid systems in residential and workspace settings.
The establishment, a leading regional premium residential solar company specialising in hybrid systems for homes and small businesses, has achieved a significant milestone by installing over 250 high-end solar systems with lithium batteries and inverters in South Africa and Zimbabwe.
In a statement, Ugesi Energy said it was their commitment to provide state-of-the-art technologies and much-needed energy security in the face of regional power shortages.
“The challenges in power security faced by homes and businesses have adversely affected the quality of life for consumers who have had to rely on expensive and environmentally unfriendly generators to keep their lights on.
“The growing demand for alternative power sources has led to the emergence of many solar system installers, with a proliferation of low-grade inverter and battery systems.
“To address this, Ugesi Energy has positioned itself as a trusted partner that works exclusively with top-tier technologies, which typically carry warranties of more than 10 years, along with system guarantees. These are further supported by 24-hour monitoring of the systems,” said the company.
DPA Africa chief executive officer (CEO), Mr Norman Moyo said with energy costs expected to increase by 20 percent year on year, possibly for the next five years, they anticipate additional pressure on homeowners and small businesses to reduce their energy costs.
“We are deploying hybrid energy solutions comprised of solar panels and lithium batteries, providing a cushion to reduce costs and enhance energy security in homes and small businesses. By offering flexible payment options, be it an outright purchase, a lease, or a loan, our customers gain better access to the latest solar technologies and systems.”
He said they have chosen to offer their customers tried-and-tested technologies of the highest quality, along with highly trained and rated installers to ensure they minimise performance-related issues in sensitive environments such as homes and businesses.
Mr Moyo said leveraging on residential roofs for solar power was not only a smart decision but also economically attractive.
“Homes equipped with solar systems can expect nearly a 20 percent increase in real estate value appreciation compared to those without. We have partnered with leading technology suppliers to offer systems that are both efficient and aesthetically pleasing as they are seamlessly integrated into our customers’ homes and workspaces,” he said.
He said they have had successful installations in key areas including Dainfern, Sandton, Cape Town, Durban, Borrowdale Brooke, Glen Lorne, among others.
The company has also formed collaborations with large corporations keen to support their employees in improving productivity by providing necessary guarantees and incentives for transitioning to solar energy.
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