Solar Installation
The School of Clean Energy is Solaristique's training and innovation hub focused on preparing young people and professionals for careers in renewable energy and sustainable technologies. We deliver practical, hands-on training programmes that equip participants with the real-world skills needed to install, maintain, and manage the clean energy systems that are transforming Africa's energy landscape.
Our training is rooted in Solaristique's operational experience across solar cold storage, solar energy systems, EV technology, and refrigeration — meaning every programme is designed and delivered by practitioners who build and maintain these systems every day. Participants leave with practical competencies, industry-recognised certifications, and the confidence to enter the clean energy workforce immediately.
Building Africa's Clean Energy Workforce
Africa's clean energy transition is creating a massive and growing demand for skilled technicians, engineers, and entrepreneurs who can install, maintain, and scale clean energy infrastructure. The School of Clean Energy exists to meet that demand — providing accessible, affordable, and practical training that opens doors to employment, entrepreneurship, and community impact across the continent.
- Practical, hands-on training grounded in real operational experience
- Programmes designed for young people, career changers, and working professionals
- Industry-recognised certifications upon successful programme completion
- Training delivered by Solaristique's own engineers and technical specialists
- Focused on skills that directly create employment and entrepreneurship opportunities
- Supports Africa's clean energy transition by building the workforce it needs to scale
Our Training Programs
We offer four core training programmes — each designed to build deep, practical competency in a high-demand clean energy discipline. All programmes combine classroom learning with hands-on practical sessions using real equipment, and conclude with an assessed project and certification.
Solar Installation & Maintenance
A comprehensive programme covering the full lifecycle of residential and commercial solar systems — from site assessment and system design through panel mounting, inverter configuration, battery integration, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance. Participants gain the skills to install, troubleshoot, and maintain grid-tie, off-grid, and hybrid solar systems to professional industry standards.
- Site assessment and solar system sizing
- Panel mounting, wiring, and commissioning
- Inverter and battery system configuration
- Fault diagnosis and preventive maintenance
Electric Vehicle (EV) Technology
A forward-looking programme preparing participants for Africa's emerging electric vehicle industry. Covering EV systems architecture, battery pack technology, motor drives, charging infrastructure, and EV diagnostics — this programme equips participants to work in EV maintenance, charging station installation, fleet management, and the growing EV supply chain across the continent.
- EV systems architecture and components
- Battery technology and management systems
- EV charging infrastructure installation
- Diagnostics, repair, and safety protocols
Refrigeration & Cooling Systems
A specialised programme focused on solar-powered and energy-efficient refrigeration systems — including the installation, maintenance, and repair of solar freezers, inverter refrigeration units, cold storage systems, and community cooling centre infrastructure. Participants gain deep technical competency in the refrigeration systems that underpin Solaristique's cold storage product range and Africa's cold chain infrastructure.
- Refrigeration cycle theory and practical application
- Solar and inverter refrigeration system installation
- Cold storage maintenance and fault diagnosis
- IoT monitoring and smart cooling system management
Renewable Energy Technical Training
A broad-based technical programme covering the full spectrum of renewable energy technologies — solar PV, wind energy, biogas systems, smart grid integration, energy storage, and IoT-enabled energy management. Designed for participants who want a comprehensive foundation in modern renewable energy systems, this programme prepares graduates for roles across the entire clean energy sector.
- Solar PV, wind, and biogas technology fundamentals
- Smart grid and energy storage systems
- IoT-enabled energy monitoring and management
- Renewable energy project planning and execution
Who Should Attend
Our programmes are designed to be accessible to a wide range of participants — from those with no prior technical background who are looking for a pathway into the clean energy industry, to working professionals seeking to upskill or transition into renewable energy roles.
Young People & School Leavers
School leavers and young people aged 18 and above who want to build a practical career in the clean energy industry without needing a university degree. Our programmes provide a direct pathway from training to employment or self-employment in solar installation, EV servicing, refrigeration, and renewable energy.
Electricians & Technicians
Qualified electricians, mechanics, refrigeration engineers, and technical tradespeople who want to expand their skills into solar, EV, or clean energy systems. Our programmes build directly on existing technical knowledge, making the transition to clean energy roles faster and more accessible.
Entrepreneurs & SME Owners
Business owners and entrepreneurs who want to start or expand into the solar installation, EV servicing, or clean energy maintenance space. Our programmes provide the technical competency needed to deliver professional clean energy services and build a viable business in Africa's fast-growing clean energy market.
Organisations & Corporate Teams
Companies, NGOs, development organisations, and government agencies that want to train their teams in clean energy systems, maintenance, or management. We offer customised group training programmes tailored to your organisation's specific technology portfolio, team size, and learning objectives.
Our Goal
To equip individuals with practical, hands-on skills that create jobs, empower communities, and support Africa's clean energy future. Every graduate of the School of Clean Energy leaves with the technical ability, professional certification, and practical confidence to contribute to Africa's clean energy transition — whether through employment, entrepreneurship, or community leadership.
Creating Employment in Clean Energy
Africa's clean energy sector is one of the fastest-growing sources of employment on the continent. Our training programmes are specifically designed to build the skills that clean energy employers — including Solaristique itself — actively seek, creating a direct pathway from training to employment for every graduate.
Empowering Communities Through Skills
When a community has trained solar technicians, EV engineers, and refrigeration specialists within it, it gains the ability to install, maintain, and scale its own clean energy infrastructure independently. Our training programmes build this local capacity — reducing dependence on distant technical experts and putting communities in control of their own energy future.
Supporting Africa's Clean Energy Transition
Africa cannot achieve its clean energy potential without a skilled technical workforce to deploy and maintain the infrastructure. The School of Clean Energy is Solaristique's direct contribution to building that workforce — ensuring that Africa's clean energy transition is powered not just by technology and investment, but by the skilled people needed to make it a reality.
Frequently Asked Questions
No prior technical experience is required for most of our programmes. Our Solar Installation & Maintenance and Renewable Energy Technical Training programmes are designed to be accessible to participants with no prior background in electrical or technical work. For the EV Technology and Refrigeration & Cooling Systems programmes, a basic technical or electrical background is helpful but not mandatory. Our team will advise on the right programme for your starting point.
All programmes conclude with a practical assessment and award an industry-recognised certificate from Solaristique's School of Clean Energy. Our certifications are designed to be recognised by employers in the solar, EV, refrigeration, and renewable energy sectors across Nigeria and Sub-Saharan Africa. We are continuously working to align our certifications with national and regional clean energy standards bodies.
Programme duration varies by discipline. Our core programmes typically run between 4 and 12 weeks, combining classroom theory with hands-on practical sessions. Intensive short-course options are also available for working professionals or organisations seeking team upskilling within a compressed timeframe. Contact us for the current schedule and programme duration for each course.
Yes. We offer customised group training programmes for companies, NGOs, development organisations, and government agencies. Group programmes can be tailored to your organisation's specific technology portfolio, team size, location, and learning objectives. We can deliver training at our facility or on-site at your premises. Contact our team to discuss your requirements.
Solaristique actively recruits from our own training programmes for technical roles across our solar cold storage, solar energy, and field operations teams. Graduates also benefit from our network of clean energy industry partners and employers. While we cannot guarantee placement, we actively support graduates in connecting with employment and entrepreneurship opportunities in the clean energy sector.