Sunday, December 8, 2024

South Yorkshire battery company lights up sub-Saharan Africa

Sheffield-based pay-per-use battery rental company MOPO has completed its 20 millionth battery rental in sub-Saharan Africa – and is only just getting started, according to CEO Chris Longbottom.

He says: “We’re just getting started. Our 20 million battery rentals are just the beginning of MOPO’s mission to bring clean energy to all, and we’re ready to take this even further.

“We’re revolutionising power access. Our proprietary batteries and pay per use rental model are transforming energy for millions.”

The companys’ batteries light homes, charge devices, and powering e-mobility. “It’s a lifeline for millions and contributes to socio-economic development while reducing reliance on fossil fuels. This is all done at a significantly reduced cost to existing power sources and at a huge environmental benefit,” he added.

Each MOPO battery is equipped with proprietary technology that ensures energy is only released after agent payment via the MOPO App, even in offline settings. Additionally, the batteries are continuously tracked through the MOPO Platform, allowing the Company to monitor usage, location, and recycling readiness.

Working with a team of world-leading partners including the University of Sheffield, MOPO is already operating in countries including Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Liberia, Chad, Sierra Leone, and Uganda, and plans to expand across the continent.

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