Auxano Solar, a Nigerian solar panel company, says it has secured international certification for its locally assembled photovoltaic modules, marking what it described as a milestone for Nigeria’s renewable energy sector.
The company announced in a statement that its solar panels have been certified under IEC 61215 and IEC 61730 standards by TÜV Rheinland, a global testing and certification body.
The certification, it said, covered quality, safety, and performance. According to the statement, the certification process was supported by the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet in partnership with the All On Hub.
“Auxano Solar’s certification is a powerful demonstration of how local innovation, when supported with the right resources, can meet global standards and substantially support national development endeavors.
“We are proud to have worked with GEAPP to support Auxano on this journey, which not only validates the quality of Nigerian-made solar technology but also strengthens the foundation for a more inclusive and sustainable energy future in Nigeria,” the global Chief Executive Officer of All On, Caroline Eboumbou, said.
Auxano said it was the first Nigerian company to receive the TÜV certification for solar panels, adding that the recognition could help expand its role in large-scale energy projects and open up export opportunities.
“Auxano Solar is proud to be the first indigenous manufacturer to receive TÜV certification for its solar panels. This certification marks a significant milestone in building trust in locally produced panels in Nigeria.
“We aspire for Nigerian solar panels to be as highly regarded as Nigerian cables. Achieving the IEC certifications is a testament to our dedication to quality and innovation in the solar energy sector,” the CEO of Auxano Solar, Chuks Umezulora, stated.
He added that the accomplishment would not only enhance the company’s market presence but also foster the development of the local solar energy value chain, making solar power more accessible and affordable for Nigerians.
The company said the certification strengthens its position to contribute to government and donor-backed initiatives such as the Nigeria Electrification Project and the Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-up programme.
These projects, supported by the World Bank, African Development Bank, GEAPP, the Rockefeller Foundation, and Sustainable Energy for All, aim to expand electricity access to 300 million people across Africa by 2030.
Auxano said it had distributed nearly 15 megawatts of solar panels in Nigeria, running a 100-megawatt capacity solar panel assembly plant in Ibeju Lekki, Lagos.
