Smart Off-Grid Connects Uganda's Rural Communities With Reliable Telecom
Overview
Clear Blue deployed its Smart Nano-Grid power packs for 2G and 3G connectivity in two rural communities in Uganda.
The Challenge
In 2017, Uganda faced significant connectivity challenges. Only 23.7% of the population used internet, with rural areas completely lacking service. Rural communities were dispersed geographically, making telecom site revenue unviable for providers. Previous isolation made maintenance nearly impossible.
Our Solution
Clear Blue deployed its Smart Nano-Grid power packs for 2G and 3G connectivity in two rural communities.
Results
- Due to Clear Blue's advanced remote management, these sites have been highly reliable.
- Thousands of people in rural Uganda were able to make phone calls for the first time.
- 99.5% average power uptime and availability.
Products Used
Project Details
- Category
- telecom
- Subcategory
- rural telecom
- Location
- Uganda
- Client
- Intelsat
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