What is Solar Rais?
Solar Rais is a leading renewable energy utility that’s shaking up the energy scene with its Energy as a Service (EaaS) model. This company is all about rewarding sustainability and specializes in renewable energy and carbon offsets. Based in Sandton, South Africa, Solar Rais owns and operates power plants and virtual power plants across Africa, focusing on clean, green energy solutions. Founded in 2018, it’s a 100% black youth-owned business with Level 1 BBBEE status, aiming high with a goal to support 1 GW of installed capacity by 2030 and become nature positive by then.
Main Benefits of Solar Rais
Solar Rais offers a wide range of sustainable energy solutions tailored for homes, businesses, and communities. The benefits? Plenty. Here are some key figures and facts that highlight their impact:
- Over 500 kWp of solar capacity installed annually, contributing significantly to South Africa’s energy transition.
- Managing more than 66,000 tCO₂e of greenhouse gas reductions as an asset manager.
- 15 South African jobs and 20 global jobs created or sustained for every renewable energy installation.
- Four Star Green Star SA certification for their office building, showcasing commitment to sustainability.
- Partnerships with top brands like Schneider Electric, Tesla Powerwall, Huawei, and more.
Energy Solutions and Services
Solar Rais offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to help customers reduce reliance on fossil fuels and take control of their energy use. From solar home kits and PV systems to microgrids and electric vehicles, their solutions cover a broad spectrum. They also provide sustainability advisory, grid assessments, energy logging, and system maintenance. Plus, their carbon credit trading platform, Tit for Tat (TFT), allows clients to trade energy attribute certificates, adding a financial incentive to go green.
E-Mobility and Green Financing
Electric vehicles are a big part of the clean energy future, and Solar Rais makes it easy to experience that shift. They offer exclusive BMW EV test drives to showcase the thrill and savings of electric driving—cutting running costs by up to 50%. For businesses looking to expand their clean energy stock, their Nedbank AVO B2B credit solution provides flexible financing options, removing the barrier of upfront costs. And when it comes to EV infrastructure, their reliable charging stations fit homes, businesses, and public spaces alike.
Training and Capacity Building
Knowledge is power, right? Solar Rais runs industry-leading webinars, workshops, and training programs focused on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 7, 8, 9, and 13. Whether it’s a quick one-hour session or an intensive week-long course, groups of up to 20 can get world-class expertise in renewable energy and sustainability. This commitment to education helps build a skilled workforce ready to drive Africa’s energy transition forward.
Project Impact on Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 13: Climate Action
Vision, Mission, and Identity
Solar Rais envisions providing modern, renewable energy that not only powers homes and businesses but also reduces diseases caused by burning fossil fuels—those nasty effects on lungs, eyes, and overall health. Their mission? To reward sustainability in every way possible. The name “Solar Rais” (pronounced “Solar Rays”) stands for Redundant Array of Independent Solar, highlighting the strength and diversity of their renewable energy portfolio. With a team of highly skilled professionals and a commitment to environmental consciousness, Solar Rais is driving Africa’s just energy transition with passion and purpose.
