Renewables
Kano training targets solar installation skills
A renewable energy firm has trained nearly 300 artisans and traders in Kano to improve technical standards for solar power installations.
Key points
- WHC Solar trained 300 participants in Kano, exceeding its initial target of 250.
- The programme focused on practical instruction for inverters and lithium batteries.
- Organisers aim to bridge technical gaps and reduce installation errors in Nigeria.
Training initiative
WHC Solar recently organised a capacity-building programme in Kano for approximately 300 solar traders and artisans. According to Kano Focus, the session sought to address technical deficiencies among local practitioners and foster safer installation practices.
Clint Chan, the chief executive officer of WHC Solar, noted that turnout surpassed expectations, with attendance reaching nearly 300 compared to the projected 250 participants.
Technical focus
The curriculum provided hands-on instruction covering inverter setup, lithium battery configuration, and component communication. Organisers stated that enhancing technical expertise helps minimise installation faults, improve system efficiency, and strengthen consumer trust in renewable technology.
Sani Abdulkadir, a local solar distributor, welcomed the initiative, highlighting that it creates professional opportunities for youth as domestic adoption of solar power grows.
WHC Solar has operated in Nigeria for over a decade, maintaining a service facility in Kano to support residential, commercial, and industrial clients.
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Context from CEII
Renewables are the fastest-growing part of the world’s energy system. The COP28 goal is to triple capacity by 2030, and solar mini-grids are the fastest route to power for millions of people without electricity.
27.8% of electricity in the world was renewable in 2021Countries in this story
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