George Kwadwo Appiah, fondateur et PDG de Solar Taxi au Ghana, s’engage activement dans la lutte contre le réchauffement climatique et la pollution atmosphérique en offrant des services de transport urbain à base de véhicules électriques alimentés par l’énergie solaire. Diplômé Contact online >>
George Kwadwo Appiah, fondateur et PDG de Solar Taxi au Ghana, s’engage activement dans la lutte contre le réchauffement climatique et la pollution atmosphérique en offrant des services de transport urbain à base de véhicules électriques alimentés par l’énergie solaire. Diplômé de l’Université des sciences et technologies Kwame Nkrumah (KNUST) et de l’École de commerce d’Édimbourg, il a créé Solar Taxi en 2018 pour fournir localement des motos, des tricycles et des voitures électriques, ainsi que des stations de recharge solaire.
L’objectif de Solar Taxi est de réduire la pollution atmosphérique générée par les véhicules à essence, de proposer une alternative de transport abordable aux habitants du Ghana et de créer des opportunités d’emploi pour les jeunes. La société propose une application mobile permettant aux clients de commander des taxis solaires ou de louer des véhicules électriques. Elle offre également une académie de formation de conducteurs pour enseigner la conduite et l’entretien des véhicules électriques.
George Kwadwo Appiah a été sélectionné pour participer au programme Google for Startups: Climate Change destiné aux start-ups d’Afrique et du Moyen-Orient en septembre 2023. En tant qu’assistant de recherche au Energy Center de la KNUST, il a également fondé Ghana Hubs Network en 2014, un réseau de centres d’innovation au Ghana. Il est le PDG de QuadSolar, une entreprise d’installation de systèmes solaires, et le directeur exécutif du Ghana Tech Lab, un écosystème favorisant l’innovation numérique au Ghana.
George Kwadwo Appiah a également cofondé Kumasi Hive en 2015, un espace de coworking, de formation et d’incubation promouvant l’entrepreneuriat social et technologique au Ghana. Il a reçu le prix Academic/Research Excellence Award en 2014, et Solar Taxi a été reconnue comme l’une des trois start-ups africaines d’électromobilité à suivre en 2023 par le réseau The Org.
The Chief Investment Officer of Solar Taxi, Loving A. Koranteng announced the company''s collaboration with the State Transport Company (STC) and various agencies to bring this initiative to fruition.
Addressing stakeholders at a meeting held on Wednesday, November 29, at the Marriott Hotel in Accra, on "Climate Finance Opportunities in Ghana; And Financing SME Agribusinesses in West Africa," Mr. Koranteng highlighted the role of electric vehicles in curbing carbon dioxide emissions and addressing climate change.
"We are presently collaborating with the State Transport Company (STC) to roll out electric intercity buses within the next 24 months. Our focus extends across the entire value chain of the transport industry. Electric vehicles play a crucial role in reducing CO2 emissions, and we are committed to this cause without seeking immediate financial gains," he emphasised.
Additionally, Mr. Koranteng provided insights into Solar Taxi''s vehicle assembly efforts, disclosing that they have successfully assembled over 450 vehicles, including two, three, and four-wheelers since 2018.
"Operationalising these assets, we have partnered with Bolt and other ride-hailing platforms, enabling bike riders to earn revenue. Using electric vehicles significantly reduces operational costs, leading to an 80% savings in expenditure," he explained.
Mr. Koranteng highlighted the positive economic impact of transitioning from fuel bikes to electric bikes, citing improved incomes for users. He expressed the company''s ambition to expand its presence on ride-hailing platforms to enhance public exposure and experience with electric vehicles.
Discussing the investments received, Mr. Koranteng highlighted that the company has secured funds related to climate change. However, he emphasised the existence of untapped potential for additional funding.
"We have received financial support, and climate considerations were among the top two reasons for securing these funds. We work with persistent energy and have made strategic investments," he stated.
Addressing the local market dynamics, Mr. Koranteng praised the efforts of Development Bank Ghana, commending them for facilitating partnerships with financial institutions to mitigate risks.
Mr. Koranteng shared a practical example of facing difficulties securing investment due to stringent equity expectations, expressing frustration at the capital being sidelined instead of being utilised for productive ventures.
In proposing a solution, he suggested a reevaluation of the approach taken by local financial institutions, advocating for the use of potential carbon credits as collateral to facilitate credit assessments.
The one-day climate financing conference managed by EK Brand Consult was powered by Ghana Investment Support Programme and the British International Investment in collaboration with PANGEA Africa and Climate Policy Initiative.
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