TC Solutions, a Burkinabè company specialised in innovative solar solutions, benefits from seed financing under the CATAL1.5°T programme, in partnership with Néré Capital. This support will accelerate the deployment of the Solar Box, a hybrid cabinet guaranteeing a stable and sustainable energy supply. Through this partnership, TC Solutions strengthens its commitment to more accessible and resilient energy in West Africa.

A visionary company for sustainable energy

Founded by Assane Kafando, an expert in electrical engineering and business management with more than 25 years of experience, TC Solutions develops and installs solar and electrical systems adapted to local realities. Its flagship product, the Solar Box, is a hybrid cabinet that guarantees a stable and sustainable energy supply, meeting the needs of businesses and communities.

With an ambition for regional growth, TC Solutions is betting on high-performing, economical and environmentally friendly solutions to support the energy transition and offer viable alternatives to unstable electricity grids.

A strategic partnership with Néré Capital and CATAL1.5°T

In January 2025, TC Solutions joined the Néré Capital portfolio under the CATAL1.5°T programme. This partnership aims to strengthen the company’s positioning on the renewable energy market and accelerate its development.

Thanks to this support, TC Solutions will be able to:

• Accelerate the deployment of the Solar Box: through the setting up of a hybrid cabinet assembly workshop and the strengthening of TC Solutions’ commercial strategy, to position itself as a key supplier of this product on the national stage;
• Develop its solar energy offering, through the development of partnerships with solar component manufacturers, customer awareness of solar solutions and facilitation of access to renewable energy;
• Strengthen its structure and organisation, through better formalisation of internal procedures and the strengthening of its teams’ skills to improve operational efficiency.

A shared commitment to the future

This partnership between TC Solutions, Néré Capital and CATAL1.5°T illustrates a shared vision: developing innovative and sustainable energy solutions to support the energy transition in Africa. By supporting TC Solutions, Néré Capital confirms its commitment to supporting high-impact SMEs, while contributing to the development of a more resilient and accessible energy sector.

TC Solutions is electrifying the future, and with the support of Néré Capital, the impact will be even greater!

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About the CATAL1.5°T programme

CATAL1.5°T is an acceleration programme dedicated to African SMEs and startups committed to the fight against climate change. Funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and BMZ, it offers financing between 32 and 130 million FCFA as well as strategic and technical support to help companies structure their growth and maximise their impact.

Carried by GIZ, Climate-KIC and I&P, in partnership with Néré Capital (ex-SINERGI Burkina), Comoé Capital and Teranga Capital, CATAL1.5°T targets companies active in energy access, sustainable mobility, energy efficiency and natural resource management.

Do you meet the criteria of this programme? Apply now!