North Lite Solar Limited
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The following SDG impact is applicable to Northlite:
NorthLite Solar Limited (NSL) is company registered and licensed by the Energy Commission of Ghana to provide renewable energy and related services. The business is headquartered in Bolgatanga with a satellite office in Accra, Ghana. The focus of NorthLite’s business model is in the remote and un-electrified rural communities, especially within the three northern regions. The company operates a franchise system that anchors its business model. It is an innovation that enables NorthLite to train independent solar business and technical operators who are willing to participate in distributing, installing, and maintaining solar systems around their immediate communities. Through this franchise system, NorthLite has trained over 235 renewable energy entrepreneurs, 90% of whom are women and are part of NorthLite’s distribution and maintenance network but operate as independent businesses.