Nestlé sites gain nearly seven megawatts solar

Daystar Power Group has strengthened its energy partnership with Nestlé across West Africa, with solar installations now fully operational at four manufacturing facilities in Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana and Senegal

The projects bring Nestlé’s total installed solar capacity across these sites to 6,884 kWp, close to 7 MW, making it one of the region’s largest commercial and industrial solar partnerships.

The four facilities, including two sites in Abidjan, one in Tema and one in Dakar, are now operational. Each solar system has been customised to match the specific grid conditions and operational requirements of its respective location.

“Nearly 7 megawatts across four Nestlé facilities is a number we are proud of, but what it represents matters more than the figure itself. It means that one of the world's most demanding manufacturers has tested our model, trusted it, and come back. Our job now is to keep earning that, across every market where industry needs energy it can count on,” added Yischai Beinisch, CEO, Daystar Power Group.

From one site to four sites

The collaboration began with a single installation before expanding across three countries and four manufacturing facilities. In Côte d’Ivoire, Daystar Power has delivered 3,447 kWp of solar capacity across two Abidjan sites. Ghana’s Tema factory now operates with a 2,547 kWp system, while Senegal’s Dakar facility has an 890 kWp installation.

Each project has been designed to deliver measurable environmental and social benefits, including lower greenhouse gas emissions and improved energy resilience. The systems are tailored to local grid conditions and operational demands, providing reliable clean energy access while supporting local development and contributing to Nestlé’s publicly stated net-zero commitments.

“This investment reflects our commitment to building a business that not only grows but does so responsibly. By advancing solar energy projects in Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, and Senegal, we are embedding sustainability into our growth, reinforcing our role as a force for good, creating long-term value for communities, and ensuring that our footprint actively contributes to a cleaner, more resilient future,” stated Samer Chedid, CEO, Nestlé Central and West Africa Region.

A footprint that keeps growing

Nestlé’s manufacturing network continues to expand across West Africa, including markets where Daystar Power has established strong operational capabilities. With projects now spanning three countries and nearly 7 MW of installed solar capacity, the partnership has created a foundation to support future clean energy expansion.