Schneider Electric Partners GIZ On Training Youths For Employment In Solar SectoPosted by Schneider Electric on December 11th, 2017 The project kicked off with an Inception workshop held at the company’s head office in Lagos, Nigeria. The Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) assists the German Government in achieving its objectives in the field of international cooperation. The DeveloPPP.de program, established by BMZ presents the opportunity to foster relationships and encourage the involvement of the private sector in areas of relevant trainings in developing countries and emerging economies. In his remarks, Balaji Lenka the Managing Director, Schneider Electric, noted that “access to electricity is still a major challenge in the Nigerian Economy, especially in households and particularly those living in rural areas. Solar Energy can be a solution to this issue; however, the lack of skilled solar technicians needed to set-up these installations restrain its development. The solar training program is for young Nigerians to offer a bridging answer to these two challenges”, he said. “The program will also help increase the opportunity for trainees to become entrepreneurs in the field, foster self-sustenance and community development. In addition, Schneider Electric, together with Schneider Electric Foundation will enter into a partnership with Rhealyz Green Network “Rhealyz Naija”, a Non-Governmental Organisation to utilise its wide network and combined experience to provide services on the operational aspects of the program” Viviane noted. There are currently two technical institutions that have been selected to implement the project and Schneider Electric has confirmed that a third institute will soon be selected. About Schneider Electric Schneider Electric is the global specialist in energy management and automation. With revenues of ~€25 billion in FY2016, our 144,000 employees serve customers in over 100 countries, helping them to manage their energy and process in ways that are safe, reliable, efficient and sustainable. From the simplest of switches to complex operational systems, our technology, software and services improve the way our customers manage and automate their operations. Our connected technologies reshape industries, transform cities and enrich lives. At Schneider Electric, we call this *Life Is On*. Schneider Electric is the worldwide expert in energy administration and automation. With incomes of ~€25 billion in FY2016, our 144,000 representatives serve clients in more than 100 nations, Schneider Electric helping them to deal with their energy and process in ways that are protected, dependable, productive and practical. From the least difficult of changes to complex operational frameworks, Schneider Electric innovation, programming and administrations enhance the way our clients oversee and computerize their operations. Schneider Electric associated advancements reshape businesses, change urban communities and advance lives. At Schneider Electric, we call this Life Is On. Schneider Electric is leading the Digital Transformation of Energy Management and Automation in Homes, Buildings, Data Centers, Infrastructure and Industries. With global presence in over 100 countries, Schneider is the undisputable leader in Power Management – Medium Voltage, Low Voltage and Secure Power, and in Automation Systems. We provide integrated efficiency solutions, combining energy, automation and software. In our global Ecosystem, we collaborate with the largest Partner, Integrator and Developer Community on our Open Platform to deliver real-time control and operational efficiency. We believe that great people and partners make Schneider a great company and that our commitment to Innovation, Diversity and Sustainability ensures that Life Is On everywhere, for everyone and at every moment. Like it? Share it! More by this author |