A Chinese renewable energy technology firm, Sungrow Power Supply Co., is deepening its footprint in Nigeria with a new range of residential, commercial and industrial solar and battery storage solutions, banking on persistent grid instability and rising diesel costs to accelerate the country’s transition to cleaner energy.

The company, the world’s largest supplier of solar inverters and energy storage systems, is unveiling the products at Solar and Storage Live Nigeria 2026, where it is serving as the registration sponsor.

The move marks Sungrow’s third expansion into Nigeria, one of Africa’s fastest-growing solar markets, as households and businesses increasingly turn to rooftop solar and battery storage to cushion the impact of recurring national grid collapses and the high cost of diesel-powered generation.

“Nigeria is one of Africa’s most exciting and fastest-growing solar markets, with rising demand for reliable, affordable energy across homes, businesses and communities,” said Nigel Sun, President of Sungrow Sub-Saharan Africa.

According to the company, the new residential portfolio features single-phase, low-voltage hybrid and semi-hybrid systems that combine rooftop solar panels with battery storage, enabling households to maintain electricity supply during outages while reducing monthly energy costs. It added that the systems are available in different capacities and price ranges to accommodate varying consumer budgets.

For commercial and industrial users, Sungrow is introducing three-phase, high- and low-voltage hybrid systems designed to store solar energy, ensure uninterrupted operations during blackouts and reduce dependence on diesel generators, which remain the dominant backup power source for many Nigerian businesses.

The company said medium-scale industries and commercial facilities would benefit from its SH125CX hybrid inverter, paired with either the PowerKeeper modular battery or the PowerStack cabinet battery. The system is designed to reduce peak electricity demand, automate energy management and provide battery switchover in less than 10 milliseconds, helping factories minimise production disruptions while lowering electricity and diesel costs.

It is also showcasing its SGCX and SGHX grid-tied inverter series for utility-scale solar projects.

He added that the company intends to strengthen partnerships with local installers, distributors and engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) firms as it expands its presence in Nigeria.

Sungrow said it would continue to operate through local installation and distribution partners rather than direct sales, while its technical and commercial teams will engage developers, installers and business owners throughout the exhibition.