Introduction

Hotel Idowu Abeokuta is a restaurant located in Abeokuta, Nigeria. With the rising cost of diesel fuel and the need to power the restaurant through the day, they sought a more reliable, cost-effective solution that would reduce their power costs and provide them with a reliable source of power.

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Background Information

Hotel Idowu Abeokuta had been using diesel generators to power the restaurant. This was becoming too expensive for them and they were looking for a more cost-effective solution. Simba Solar was contacted and asked to provide a suitable solar/UPS solution. Simba Solar undertook site studies on their power requirements and custom-made a solar solution for them.

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Solution

Simba Solar designed a solar solution to power the restaurant during the day and also gave them a battery bank so they could power their premises till 9 pm at night. They had the power to offer the best experience for their customer without using their generators during the day leading to massive savings.

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Impact

The solar/UPS solution has had a positive impact on Hotel Idowu Abeokuta, significantly reducing their generator fuel bills. Their generator usage has reduced from about 14 hours a day to less than two hours (when they use during late at night). This has enabled them to save money on fuel and also provide a reliable source of power for their customers. 

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Conclusion

Hotel Idowu Abeokuta is a great example of how solar/UPS solutions can be used to reduce power costs and provide reliable power. By partnering with Simba Solar, they have been able to reduce their generator fuel bills and provide a better power experience for their customers.

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