About FRES
FRES Solar Ltd is Uganda's leading rural energy company, providing reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity services through Solar Home Systems, Mini-Grids, and Productive Use of Energy solutions. Since 2010, we have empowered households, businesses, institutions, and underserved communities by delivering energy as a service, ensuring customers enjoy uninterrupted power without the burden of asset ownership.
What drives us
Our vision and mission guide every decision we make, from the products we design to the communities we serve.
Our Vision
To be the leading renewable energy service provider in Uganda.
Our Mission
To provide renewable energy access in last-mile communities in Uganda in a commercially sustainable way.
What we do
Solar Home Systems
Reliable solar power solutions for households and small businesses, with service levels designed to meet varying energy needs from lighting and phone charging to refrigeration and productive appliances.
Mini Grids
Community-scale electricity networks that provide reliable and affordable power to households, businesses, institutions, and productive users in underserved areas. Our mini-grids are designed to stimulate local economic growth by supporting productive activities and community development.
Productive Use of Energy
Tailored energy solutions that stimulate economic growth by powering agriculture, enterprises, refrigeration, water pumping, and other income-generating activities that improve livelihoods and create jobs.
Energy-as-a-Service
We provide energy as a service through affordable monthly payments. FRES Solar retains ownership of the systems and is responsible for installation, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, and replacements ensuring customers enjoy reliable energy without high upfront investment.