Solar for Factories Nigeria
Nigerian factories using commercial solar installation are eliminating up to 80% of their diesel costs permanently. Olasupo Energy connects manufacturing plants directly to vetted solar EPC companies — no markup, no middleman, just the right system at the right price.
80%
Diesel cost eliminated
26 months
Average payback period
₦395M
10-year saving (500kva factory)
What Is Diesel Really Costing Your Factory?
The average Nigerian manufacturing plant with 500kva of generator capacity spends between ₦3,500,000 and ₦5,000,000 every month on diesel alone. At current fuel prices following subsidy removal, that figure has increased by over 200% since 2022.
Over a 10-year period, a factory spending ₦4,000,000 monthly on diesel is burning through ₦480,000,000 — nearly half a billion naira — on fuel that produces nothing beyond keeping the lights on. Commercial solar installation eliminates that liability permanently.
10-Year Cost Projection
Your 10-year saving
₦395,000,000
Based on ₦4M/month diesel spend + 500kw solar system
Direct-Sourced Solar — No Markup, No Middleman
Most Nigerian businesses pay 15–30% above true market rate for solar systems because resellers layer markup on top of already- marked-up installer quotes. Olasupo Energy bypasses that entirely — we connect you directly to vetted EPC companies and review their proposals with you before you sign anything.
No markup on system cost
We do not resell solar systems. We connect you directly to the EPC company at their actual project price.
Multi-brand comparison
We work with multiple vetted installers so you get competing proposals, not a single take-it-or-leave-it quote.
Proposal review before you sign
We review every proposal with you and flag anything above market rate before your MD signs the contract.
Ongoing accountability
We stay copied in throughout the project — your contact at Olasupo Energy does not disappear after the introduction.
Factory Solar System Sizes and Costs in Nigeria
Commercial solar system pricing in Nigeria depends on your factory size, generator capacity, and daily operating hours. Here is a realistic cost guide for Nigerian manufacturing facilities.
100kw System
Small factories, 200–300kva generators
500kw System
Medium factories, 800kva–1,500kva generators
1MW+ System
Large factories, 2,000kva+ generators
What a Factory Solar Installation Looks Like in Nigeria
A typical 500kw commercial solar installation covers approximately 3,000 square metres of factory rooftop with 1,000–1,200 high- efficiency monocrystalline panels, paired with a lithium battery bank for overnight storage and a hybrid inverter system that manages grid input during extended cloudy periods.
Installation for a 500kw system takes 8–12 weeks from contract signing to commissioning. The factory continues full operations throughout — installation is done on the rooftop without interrupting production.
1,000–1,200
panels for a 500kw system
3,000 m²
rooftop space required (500kw)
8–12 weeks
installation timeline (500kw)
20+ years
panel lifespan with warranty
Calculate Your Factory Solar Savings
Enter your current diesel spend and generator size to see exactly how much your factory saves by switching to commercial solar.
Commercial Solar ROI Calculator
See exactly how much your business saves by going solar
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How Olasupo Energy Gets Your Factory Solar-Powered
Tell Us About Your Factory
Message us on WhatsApp with your generator size and monthly diesel spend. Takes 5 minutes.
We Qualify and Match
We assess your factory's exact load requirements and match you to the right commercial solar installer for your facility type and location.
Free Site Assessment
Your matched installer visits the factory, assesses the rooftop and electrical load, and designs the optimal system at no cost.
Review Proposal and Go Solar
We review the proposal pricing with you before you sign anything. Then installation begins with zero production interruption.
Factory Solar Questions — Answered
How much does commercial solar installation cost for a Nigerian factory?
Factory solar system costs in Nigeria range from ₦30,000,000 for a 100kw system to ₦600,000,000+ for a 1MW+ installation. The exact cost depends on your generator capacity, daily operating hours, roof space, and battery storage requirements. Contact us for a free factory-specific assessment.
Can solar power a factory that runs 24 hours in Nigeria?
Yes. A hybrid commercial solar system with adequate battery storage can power a 24-hour manufacturing plant. The system generates and stores solar energy during daylight hours and draws from battery storage overnight, supplemented by minimal grid or generator input during extended cloudy periods.
How long does it take to install commercial solar in a factory?
A typical commercial solar installation for a Nigerian factory takes 4–12 weeks from contract signing to commissioning, depending on system size. A 100kw system typically installs in 3–4 weeks. A 500kw+ system takes 8–12 weeks including equipment procurement and structural work.
What is the payback period for factory solar in Nigeria?
At current Nigerian diesel prices, the payback period for commercial solar in a factory setting is typically 22–36 months depending on system size and diesel consumption. After payback, the power is essentially free for the remaining 20+ year lifespan of the system.
Do I need to buy the solar system outright or is financing available?
Both options are available. Some of our vetted installation partners offer solar financing and leasing arrangements where you pay nothing upfront and offset the monthly payment against your diesel savings — often resulting in immediate positive cash flow from day one.
Factory Solar by Location
We match factories across Nigeria with vetted commercial solar installers in their region — Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Kano, Ibadan, Ogun, and beyond. Every referral is location-matched to an installer who knows the local grid conditions, council requirements, and installation logistics in your area.
Ready to Stop Paying for Diesel?
Message us on WhatsApp. We qualify your factory, match you to the right commercial solar installer, and stay with you through the proposal. Free. No obligation.
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