Green Scene Energy

What Green Scene Energy does

Green Scene Energy PLC is an Ethiopian renewable energy company founded in 2016 by Rekik Bekele and headquartered in Addis Ababa. It designs, installs, and operates solar photovoltaic (PV) systems with battery storage for off-grid and weak-grid users, with cumulative installed capacity of approximately 1.55 MW of solar PV and 1.55 MWh of battery storage across Ethiopia. Its core offerings span four revenue streams: pay-as-you-go (PAYG) solar home systems for rural households, engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services for commercial and institutional clients including solar mini-grids of 70–200 kWp with LiFePO4 storage and smart meters, independent power producer (IPP) contracts under power purchase agreements (PPAs) for industrial customers, and the locally assembled Tolo induction stove line (BP2012, BP3503, BT3512, TS-TL8-C01) sold under a Pay-As-You-Cook (PAYC) financing model launched in February 2025. The technology base combines solar PV modules, LiFePO4 battery banks, string and battery inverters, Angaza-enabled PAYG chips, and integration with Ethio Telecom's mobile airtime payment rails; the Tolo stove range is assembled locally by Green Scene Energy engineers.

The company reaches customers through a multi-channel distribution model anchored by a strategic partnership with Ethio Telecom that provides access to over 60 million subscribers and thousands of branch offices and stores nationwide for PAYG collections, supplemented by microfinance institutions (including Peace MFI) and direct enterprise sales teams. Project execution is supported by co-funding and implementation partners including the European Union, GIZ, EnDev, IFC, DBE, Power Africa, Lighting Global, BOS Balance of Storage Systems AG, Kids Operating Room, World Vision, and Ethiopia's Ministry of Water, Irrigation and Energy (MoWIE). To date, Green Scene Energy reports impacting more than 100,000 people, electrifying nearly 4,000 households across five mini-grids, installing roughly 1,000+ kWp of generation capacity, and offsetting approximately 1,500 tons of CO2 annually. The company is led by Founder and CEO Rekik Bekele, with Biniam Tufa Alemu serving as Deputy CEO and shareholder and Eyob Bekele as Co-Founder and shareholder; a Board of Advisory was established on January 13, 2025 to formalize governance as the business scales.

Name

Green Scene Energy

Legal name

Green Scene Energy PLC

Website

https://greensceneethiopia.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Green Scene Energy PLC, founded in 2016 and headquartered in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, designs, installs, and operates solar PV systems, lithium battery mini-grids, and the locally assembled Tolo induction stove for off-grid households, healthcare facilities, industrial clients, and government infrastructure across Ethiopia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Energy Services

NAICS

Solar Electric Power Generation (221114), Electric Power Generation (22111)

SIC

Electric Services (4911), Electric Housewares & Fans (3634)

akta.pro primary industry

Utility-Scale PV EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction) (EUACAGAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Solar PV Power Plant EPC (Utility-Scale) (EUAEAAAG), Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB), Commissioning, Testing & Energization Services (Pre-Commissioning, Grid Code Compliance) (EUAMAFAK), Electrical Balance-of-Plant EPC (MV Collection, Cabling, Earthing, Lighting) (EUAEADAB)

Keywords

• Off-grid solar electrification
• Solar mini-grid development
• Pay-as-you-go solar
• Solar EPC services
• Clean cooking solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Addis Ababa

HQ country

Ethiopia

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Solar Home Systems (PAYG): Sale of solar home systems with pay-as-you-go payment model via mobile airtime transactions through Ethio Telecom partnership. Customers make small, affordable payments until system is fully paid off.
2. EPC Services: Engineering, Procurement, and Construction services for solar energy projects including minigrids, healthcare facility solarization, airport solar systems, and educational institution installations.
3. IPP/PPA Model: Industrial Power Producer services with Power Purchase Agreements for commercial and industrial clients. Zero upfront costs, long-term PPAs locking in energy prices.
4. Induction Stove Sales: Sale of locally assembled Tolo induction stoves with pay-as-you-cook (PAYC) financing option for households transitioning from open-fire cooking.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Green Scene Energy PLC designs, installs, finances, and operates solar energy systems for Ethiopian off-grid and weak-grid customers. Core offerings include solar mini-grids (10 kW to 5 MW), Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services for commercial and institutional clients, Industrial Power Producer (IPP) services via Power Purchase Agreements, Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) solar home systems distributed through Ethio Telecom, and the locally assembled Tolo induction stove line sold under a Pay-As-You-Cook (PAYC) financing model.

Product overview

Green Scene Energy is an Ethiopian renewable energy company founded in 2016, offering a comprehensive portfolio of solar energy solutions. The core offerings include Solar Mini-Grid Systems for rural electrification (10 kW to 5 MW), Commercial and Institutional (C&I) Project Development, Industrial Power Producer (IPP) Services with PPA models, Dependable Power Backup for weak grids, and Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) services. The company also manufactures and sells the Tolo Induction Stove line (including BP2012, BP3503, BT3512, and TS-TL8-C01 models) as Ethiopia's first locally assembled induction stoves. Consumer products include BioLite SolarHome 620 and Sun King Solar Lights distributed with pay-as-you-go payment options. The product ecosystem is tied together through the Pay-As-You-Cook (PAYC) and Pay-As-You-Go (PAYG) financing programs enabling affordable access to solar technology.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Tolo: Ethiopia's first locally assembled induction stove, designed to bring clean, efficient, and safe cooking to households, small businesses, and institutions.
• Green Cook Ethiopia

Products and services

• Solar Mini-Grid Systems Off-grid solar mini-grid solutions for rural communities, ranging from 10 kW to 5 MW capacity, including distribution networks and smart meters for rural electrification. Built with solar PV, LiFePO4 battery storage, and smart meters. Targeted at off-grid communities in Ethiopia.
• Commercial and Institutional Project Development (C&I) Design, build, and operation of 100% renewable power plants from 10 kW to 5 MW for commercial and institutional clients, alongside distribution networks for rural electrification. Targets businesses, hospitals, schools, and government facilities.
• Industrial Power Producer (IPP) Services Solar energy solutions for industrial clients structured as Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), with zero upfront costs and full ownership of installation and maintenance by Green Scene Energy. For commercial and industrial customers seeking long-term renewable supply.
• Dependable Power Backup Reliable solar-based energy supply solutions for weak-grid homes and businesses during outages, providing a sustainable alternative to diesel generators. Free no-obligation quotes available for Addis Ababa residences.
• Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) Services Full-service Engineering, Procurement and Construction capabilities for solar energy projects, navigating geographical challenges with cost-effective and timely delivery. Targets commercial, institutional, and government clients across Ethiopia.
• Solar Home Systems (PAYG) Pay-as-you-go solar home systems enabling affordable installment payments via mobile airtime transactions through the Ethio Telecom partnership, with Angaza chips recording customer payments. Targeted at off-grid Ethiopian households.
• Tolo Induction Stove Ethiopia's first locally assembled induction stove line, available in single-burner, double-burner, and heavy-duty commercial models. Works on-grid or off-grid and can be powered by solar. Targets households, small businesses, and institutions transitioning from open-fire cooking.
• BP2012 Single Burner Induction Cook Stove Single-burner induction cook stove for small spaces, students, singles, and couples. 2000W power, 8 adjustable settings, 80°C to 280°C temperature range, with safety lock and auto shut-off. Part of the Tolo product line.
• BP3503 Double Burner Induction Cook Stove Double-burner induction cook stove for families and couples preparing full meals. 2000W + 1500W power consumption, 8 adjustable levels, 80°C-280°C range, and 180-minute timer. Part of the Tolo product line.
• BT3512 Double Burner Commercial Stove Double-burner commercial induction stove for restaurants, hotels, cafes, and catering kitchens. Heavy-duty construction designed for strong, continuous cooking performance. Part of the Tolo product line.
• TS-TL8-C01 Heavy Duty Induction Stove 15,000W heavy-duty commercial induction cooker with 100L capacity and 8 automatic cooking modes, plus 180-minute timer. Designed for restaurants, hotels, and catering services. Part of the Tolo product line.
• BioLite SolarHome 620 Solar home system distributed by Green Scene Energy that brings reliable light, power, and information to off-grid households, available with pay-as-you-go payment options.
• Sun King Solar Lights High-performance solar lights distributed by Green Scene Energy for phone charging and as kerosene lamp replacements, sold at accessible price points through PAYG and retail channels.
• Pay-As-You-Cook (PAYC) Financing Innovative financing program allowing customers to acquire Tolo induction cook stoves and pay in manageable, interest-free installments. Designed to support Ethiopian households transitioning from open-fire cooking.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100,000+ people impacted with clean energy since 2016
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• BOS Balance of Storage Systems AGcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 November 2024Partnership for solar minigrid projects including Gera Solar Minigrid Extension, Kurtunel, and Oborso projects. BOS provides balance of storage technology and expertise for battery storage solutions in challenging environments.
• GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit) GmbHcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 22 November 2024Implementation partner for renewable energy projects across Ethiopia. Supports project execution, monitoring, and community engagement for minigrid initiatives.
• Ethio TelecomcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorStrategic distribution and marketing partnership enabling PAYG solar payments through Ethio Telecom's nationwide branch offices and thousands of stores. Provides access to 60 million subscribers and co-branding opportunities.
• Kids Operating RoomflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to solarize children's operating rooms in Ethiopian hospitals. Projects include Yekatit 12 Hospital, Alert Hospital, and Medewelabu Hospital.
• Power AfricacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUS government initiative supporting renewable energy development in Africa. Strategic partner for energy access projects.
• AngazacoreTechnology or IntegrationPAYG technology provider enabling mobile airtime payment integration with solar home systems. Chips integrated into systems to record customer payments.
• MoWIE (Ministry of Water, Irrigation and Energy)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment ministry supporting solar energy awareness roadshows and national electrification programs. Partnered on renewable energy promotion across Ethiopian regions.
• Lighting GlobalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld Bank Group initiative supporting quality-verified off-grid solar lighting products and companies.
• Peace MFIminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMicrofinance institution partner providing PAYG financing options for solar home systems.
• World VisioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational development organization supporting off-grid energy access initiatives.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• PowerGen Renewable Energy: Nairobi-based mini-grid developer and operator across East Africa (Kenya, Tanzania, Sierra Leone); comparable as a mini-grid EPC + operator focused on rural electrification under similar donor-funded models.
• Zola Electric: Off-grid PAYG solar and mini-grid operator founded in Tanzania, serving East African households and businesses; highly comparable PAYG + mini-grid business model and regional geography to Green Scene.
• Sun King (Greenlight Planet): Pay-as-you-go solar lighting and home system provider across Africa and Asia; Green Scene itself distributes Sun King products, making it an overlapping product and channel competitor in the Ethiopian PAYG market.
• Husk Power Systems: Hybrid solar-biomass mini-grid operator expanding across Africa and Asia with PAYG metering; closely comparable to Green Scene's mini-grid + PAYG approach serving rural off-grid communities.
• M-KOPA: Kenya-headquartered pan-African PAYG solar home system provider serving off-grid households across East Africa with mobile-money-enabled financing — the closest direct competitor in business model and target customer to Green Scene's PAYG offering.
• d.light: Global PAYG solar company distributing solar lanterns, home systems and solar-plus-appliance bundles in African markets; comparable in product range, distribution model and off-grid customer base to Green Scene Energy.
• BBOXX: UK-headquartered PAYG solar company with installed base across East and West Africa, combining solar home systems and mini-grids — directly analogous to Green Scene's combined PAYG + mini-grid strategy.

Broad incumbents

• BioLite: US-based off-grid energy products company whose SolarHome 620 is explicitly distributed by Green Scene; a product-line competitor and channel partner with comparable pay-as-you-go off-grid energy offerings.
• ENGIE Energy Access: Off-grid energy and PAYG subsidiary of global utility ENGIE operating across East and West Africa; comparable mini-grid + SHS offerings but as part of a much larger international utility portfolio.
• Schneider Electric (Solar & Off-Grid): Global energy management and solar EPC player with off-grid and mini-grid solutions across Africa; a much larger incumbent operating in adjacent EPC, storage and rural-electrification segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/gseethiopia
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCWdytj7l2LZLKnYtTekntRA
• Facebookfacebook.com/GreenSceneEnergy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/greensceneenergy
• Instagraminstagram.com/greensceneenergyplc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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