Sungrow is thrilled to announce its participation in the 2024 African Energy Forum (AEF), currently taking place in the vibrant city of Barcelona, Spain. As we gather for the 26th year of this prestigious event, we eagerly welcome attendees to explore the future of Africa's energy landscape at AEF 2024, the premier platform for collaboration and innovation in Africa's energy sector.
This year's forum, themed "Energy Systems of the Future – Balancing Africa's Needs with Global Goals” promises to be a pivotal moment for the industry. We anticipate uniting key stakeholders, investors, and future leaders from across the continent to engage in four interactive discussions. These discussions will cover essential areas such as project developments, technology innovations, cross-sector opportunities, and strategic collaborations.
Africa continues to address their unique energy challenges, the need for diverse and adaptable solutions becomes increasingly critical. With Sungrow's established presence in South Africa, we are committed to bringing cutting-edge innovations and sustainable solutions to meet the region's energy demands.
The Africa Energy & Economy: 2023 Review & 2024 Outlook recent report highlights approximately 600 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa—up to 50% of the regions population—lack access to electricity. Furthermore, power demand is projected to grow by about 3% in 2024, underscoring the importance of balancing energy transition aspirations with the availability of electricity.
At Sungrow, we remain steadfast in our commitment to providing “clean power for all”. Our innovative solutions are designed to meet Africa's unique energy needs while supporting global sustainability goals. We are dedicated to fostering a future where every community has access to reliable, affordable and sustainable energy. This year at AEF, Sungrow is showcasing a range of state-of-the-art products including the Utility Solutions [1.1MW~8.8MW Modular Inverter 1+X, the 350kW String Inverter SG350HX-20] and our advanced Energy Storage System [5MWh Liquid Cooled ESS PowerTitan 2.0].
Join us at AEF 2024 in Barcelona to discover how Sungrow's technologies and strategic partnerships are driving progress in Africa's energy sector. Together, we can build a bridge to a sustainable future.