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SolarDev, a Burkinabe company, facilitates access to solar energy for SMEs through turnkey energy leasing solutions that combine reliability and sustainable savings. In less than three years, it has financed 389 kWp of installations, reducing CO₂ emissions by more than 1,036 tons.
Entrepreneurs
Sylvestre Coulibaly : With a background in finance, he worked for major international banks before joining a West African investment fund. He co-founded SolarDev in 2021 with the ambition of making solar energy accessible to SMEs. He oversees strategy and development.
Cédric Sama : An expert in project financing and organization, he has carried out assignments for international players in the energy and development sectors. At SolarDev, he ensures the soundness of contracts, internal structuring, and smooth operational functioning.
Partnership with I&P and Néré Capital
I&P has partnered with Solar Dev to:
- Finance and build additional installations;
- strategically strengthen the team;
- provide the company with a centralized digital platform for monitoring installations;
- set up a technical assistance mission for accounting and financial matters.
Main Impacts
- Installation of more than 300 kWp of additional capacity for the benefit of local businesses;
- More than 259 tons of CO₂ avoided over the next few years;
- Reduced pressure on the public grid, benefiting the most vulnerable users;
- Creation of several direct jobs in technical and administrative functions;
- Strengthening of the company's organizational and monitoring capabilities. This development is also accompanied by recruitment, team strengthening, and improved digital performance management.
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