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Solar Energy Systems for Africa

Design, finance, and deploy solar solutions for African communities and markets

4.7(892 reviews)
5,100 enrolledUpdated 2026-02
10 weeks 12 lessons 60 total hours English Certificate of completion
Dr. Ibrahim Touré
Taught by
Dr. Ibrahim Touré
$349

What You'll Learn

Design solar PV systems for different African contexts
Conduct site assessment and resource evaluation
Navigate regulatory approvals for solar projects
Structure financing for solar projects
Manage solar project development end-to-end

About This Course

A comprehensive technical and business course covering rooftop solar, mini-grids, and utility-scale PV systems in African contexts. Combines engineering fundamentals with project development, financing, and community engagement skills.

Prerequisites

  • Basic electrical engineering or physics helpful
  • No specific prerequisites required

Course Curriculum

3 modules · 12 lessons · 60h total
Africa's Solar Resource: A Golden OpportunityPreview
22 min
Solar Radiation Data ToolsPreview
28 min
Site Assessment Checklist
20 min
Practical: Analyzing Solar Data for Your Location
60 min
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Your Instructor

Dr. Ibrahim Touré

Dr. Ibrahim Touré

Clean Energy Engineer & Entrepreneur

SolarWest Africa / ACLA

Dr. Touré has designed and financed over 500 solar mini-grids across West Africa. A pioneer in off-grid energy access, he combines deep technical knowledge with practical project development experience.

Student Reviews

4.7
Course Rating
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Samuel K.
Kenya
Apr 2026

Dr. Touré is an exceptional teacher. Practical, hands-on, and deeply knowledgeable. This course helped me launch my solar business.