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How Solar Power Transformed Mr. Adesiji’s Family Business

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 In the heart of Ayetoro, where the streets hum with activity and business thrives, Mr. Adesiji and his wife run a bustling family enterprise. Mr. Adesiji manages a grocery store, providing essential goods and cold drinks to the community. Meanwhile, his wife handles the frozen food section, retailing chicken, fish, turkey, and other frozen essentials. However, one major hurdle threatened to stifle their efforts: unreliable electricity. Frequent power outages and skyrocketing fuel costs made it difficult to preserve frozen foods and keep the cold drinks cool, leading to financial losses and frustrated customers. The scarcity of fuel added to the challenge, forcing them to close early on many days. But everything changed when the Adesijis partnered with Realta Build NG . With a tailored solar energy solution, including a Bbox Flexx140-80W solar system , their businesses received the power boost they desperately needed. Now, with uninterrupted solar power: The grocery store stays ope...

The Benefits of Solar Energy for Rural & Suburban Communities

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 Why Solar Energy is Perfect for Your Home or Business. Introduction: Imagine a future where your lights never go out, your appliances run smoothly, and you don’t have to worry about high electricity bills or noisy generators. That future is possible with solar energy! In this blog, we’ll explain how solar energy can transform your home or business, especially if you live in a rural or suburban community in Nigeria. 1. Solar Energy is Cost-Effective Electricity bills can take a big chunk out of your budget, especially when relying on unstable grid power or expensive fuel for generators. With solar energy, the sun powers your appliances, and guess what? The sun doesn’t charge for its rays! Once you install a solar system, your energy costs drop significantly, saving you money in the long run. 2. Reliable Power Supply Power outages are a common issue in many Nigerian communities. Solar energy provides a reliable solution, storing power in batteries for use even when the sun isn’t shi...

What Size of Solar System Do I Need to Power My Home or Business Effectively?

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One of the most common questions we get at Realta Solar is, “What size of solar system do I need to power my home or business?” It's a great question, especially as more Nigerians are looking for reliable and affordable alternatives to our often unpredictable national power supply. The truth is, the size of the solar system you need depends on several factors, but don't worry—we’ll break it down in simple terms. 1. Understand Your Power Needs Start by calculating how much electricity you use daily. Look at the appliances and devices in your home or business. Here’s a quick way to do this: Write down all the appliances you use daily (e.g., fridge, TV, fans, lights, etc.). Note how many hours each appliance runs per day. Check the wattage of each appliance (this is usually written on a sticker on the appliance or its manual). Multiply the wattage by the hours used daily. For example, if you use a 60-watt fan for 5 hours daily, that's 60W × 5 hours = 300 watt-hours (Wh) . Add ...