Daystar Power, a leading provider of hybrid solar power solutions in Africa, has formalised a deal with Nigerian breweries to implement a 4.2 MW solar plant accompanied by a 2 MW battery storage system. This installation is set to establish itself as one of the most expansive solar and battery storage projects within the field of industrial manufacturing in Nigeria.
The hybrid solar solution is anticipated to generate 5,249 MWh of electricity annually, constituting 42% of Nigerian breweries’ daytime power consumption at their Lagos brewery. By integrating solar into the factory’s energy mix, the initiative aims to reduce dependence on diesel generators, displacing an estimated 31.4 million litres of diesel and offsetting around 84,758 metric tonnes of CO2 over the installation’s 20-year lifespan.
As a subsidiary of Heineken, Nigerian Breweries stands as one of Nigeria’s foremost manufacturers, producing renowned beverages such as Star Beer and Maltina. The collaboration with Daystar aligns with Heineken’s commitment to decarbonise its production by 2030 and achieve a carbon-neutral value chain by 2040.
Jasper Graf von Hardenberg, CEO of Daystar Power, stated, “Signing this milestone project agreement with Nigerian Breweries, one of the largest in our Nigerian portfolio, is a source of great pride for us. We are delighted to contribute to Heineken’s adoption of renewable energy.” This move represents a stride towards embracing sustainable energy and highlights the shared commitment of both companies to environmental responsibility.
