Every year in the Democratic Republic of Congo, more than 30% of electrical installations are damaged by lightning. According to a study by the South African Institute of Electrical Engineers, more than 32% of damage recorded on photovoltaic systems worldwide is caused by lightning.
Furthermore, these impacts are particularly severe in the DRC: millions of dollars in material losses, but above all interruptions to vital services such as medical care, industrial production, mining activities, and drinking water supply.
In a country where access to stable electricity remains a daily challenge, this climate threat jeopardizes sustainable electrification efforts, particularly in off-grid areas. Solar systems, designed to offer autonomy and resilience, become vulnerable themselves without adequate protection.
Aware of this vital issue, GoShop Energy has partnered with INDELEC, a leader in lightning protection (PREVECTRON lightning rods, surge protectors, etc.). Together, we offer a comprehensive and robust solution:
- GoShop Hybrid Solar Systems: Mini-grids, home kits, and industrial installations for clean, autonomous energy production.
- Certified INDELEC Protection: A customized, certified layer of security, guaranteeing the durability and reliability of installations even in the most hazardous environments.
In Walikale, the MSF Holland base now has a reliable and secure solar installation, with the addition of 36 panels, 4 batteries (40 KWH), a 15 KVA converter, and INDELEC lightning arresters at the 3 sites, care continues without interruption, even in the middle of the rainy season. For more details, click here
With this combined approach, our customers benefit from:
- Secure Solar Energy: Drastic reduction in outages and service interruptions due to lightning strikes.
- Resilient Infrastructure: Systems designed to last, even in the most extreme weather conditions in the DRC.
- Enhanced Autonomy: Critical services (hospitals, mines, schools) remain powered, ensuring continuity of production and operations.
In short, energy is no longer an uncertain variable: it is becoming stable, secure, and sustainable.
Contact GoShop Energy http://www.goshop.cd/fr/contactus discover our hybrid solar systems with lightning protection.
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GoShop Energy and INDELEC, a Partnership for Secure Solar Installations in the DRC