Mobisol

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    As Africa’s largest rent-to-own solar service provider by capacity installed, Mobisol is paving the way for the solar revolution in the developing world. Mobisol solar systems come complete with an extended warranty and a full service package including comprehensive customer service, free maintenance and an innovative remote monitoring technology. The systems can illuminate entire households, and power e.g. laptops, radios, TVs, fridges and charge cell phones. The larger systems are powerful enough to run energy-based businesses.

    TypePrivate
    Founded2010
    HQBerlin, DEMap
    Websiteplugintheworld.com
    Employee Ratings3.2More
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    Employees (est.) (Sep 2019)541(+21%)

    Key People/Management at Mobisol

    Thomas Gottschalk

    Thomas Gottschalk

    CEO

    Mobisol Office Locations

    Mobisol has offices in Berlin, Arusha, Kigali and Nairobi
    Berlin, DE (HQ)
    85 Skalitzer Str.
    Nairobi, KE
    Enterprise Rd
    Kigali, RW
    KN 14 Ave
    Arusha, TZ
    Njiro Rd
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    September 11, 2018

    DC Distribution Networks Market 2018: Global Analysis by Key Players – ABB, Siemens AG, Johnson Controls, Mobisol

    Wiseguyreports.Com Publish New Market Research Report On -“DC Distribution Networks Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Trends, Growth and Forecast 2018 - 2025” Posted via Industry Today. Follow us on Twitter @IndustryToday
    February 14, 2018

    In Africa, Rural Electrification Is Driven By Technology & Crowd Investments

    Falling solar panel prices have led to a steep surge of economically viable off-grid solutions all over the world  -- as well, and especially, in sub-Saharan Africa
    December 13, 2017

    Cleantech: Reaching A Zero Carbon Economy

    Major cities all around the world will play an increasingly important role in addressing the challenges of climate change in the near future, and Berlin is at the forefront of this race to reach a zero carbon economy. The German capital wants to be seen as a pioneer, and is the ideal example to illu…
    July 11, 2017

    Akinwumi Adesina: “My job as President of the African Development Bank is to put Africa first.”

    Anne-Sophie Garrigou, journalist at The Beam, met with Akinwumi Adesina. Together, they talked about the challenges of the off-grid sector in Africa and the development of renewable energy, as well as the impact of Trump’s political decision (cutting financial international aid) on the continent Aki…
    June 29, 2017

    Mobisol Acquires Lumeter To Expand Off-Grid Solar Pay-As-You-Go Solution

    This week, Mobisol has announced that it has acquired Lumeter, one of the largest providers of pay-as-you-go (PAYG) software for the off-grid solar industry. This acquisition aims to create strong synergies between Lumeter and Mobisol’s software for PAYG services Mobisol Acquires Lumeter To Expand O…

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    April 18, 2019

    Mobisol GmbH to secure a sustainable position through restructuring process

    Mobisol GmbH filed for self-administered insolvency proceedings at the District Court of Charlottenburg (Berlin). Business operations continue as normal and to the full extent. All foreign subsidiaries are not affected by the insolvency. The Management informs employees, customers and all other rele…
    March 07, 2019

    Paygee expands beyond solar to more sectors

    There is huge demand in remote areas for an easy, affordable solution for off-grid and pay-as-you-go (PAYG) product sales. As the team behind the PAYG software that has fuelled Mobisol’s first generation success in solar, Paygee has the expertise needed to open up this life-changing technology to al…
    February 18, 2019

    How machine learning innovations put Mobisol at the forefront of PAYG financing

    Integrity. Innovation. Ethics. These principles are the foundation on which Mobisol has built its stellar reputation for trusted design and engineering. But the creation of cutting edge solar energy systems is not the only area of business in which Mobisol is leading the pack. Behind the razzle dazz…
    January 28, 2019

    Mobisol celebrates 5 bright years electrifying Rwanda

    Every life-changing organization started out as a dream, a heartfelt desire to make the world a better place. This hope becomes a reality only through the hard work and dedication of the people involved. So has been the case with Mobisol’s innovative solar products – a pioneering vision to bring lig…
    January 16, 2019

    Mobisol enters Nigerian market under the helm of Cherie Blair Foundation mentor Sylvia Omlenyi

    Mobisol’s innovative solar energy systems have come to Nigeria, led by one of the country’s most accomplished young businesswomen. After rising through the ranks over the last 13 years to senior positions at Procter & Gamble and Diageo, Sylvia Omlenyi is utilizing her vast experience of the Nige…
    January 08, 2019

    Mobisol Academy: empowering Ethiopian partners and inspiring rural entrepreneurship

    Every step in a business’s value chain represents a silvery spider’s thread that must tie together. Crucial among these threads in the off-grid solar industry are the field agents who are at the heart of the pay-as-you-go model. In East Africa, where about 70% of people live in rural areas, these ag…
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     Mobisol Frequently Asked Questions

    • When was Mobisol founded?

      Mobisol was founded in 2010.

    • Who are Mobisol key executives?

      Mobisol's key executives are Thomas Gottschalk.

    • How many employees does Mobisol have?

      Mobisol has 541 employees.

    • Who are Mobisol competitors?

      Competitors of Mobisol include Sunworks, NanoFlex Power and CleanChoice Energy.

    • Where is Mobisol headquarters?

      Mobisol headquarters is located at 85 Skalitzer Str., Berlin.

    • Where are Mobisol offices?

      Mobisol has offices in Berlin, Arusha, Kigali and Nairobi.

    • How many offices does Mobisol have?

      Mobisol has 4 offices.