LONGi Hi-MO X10 Solar Modules Power Adailou’s First Off-Grid Solar Project In Djibouti, Marking A Major Milestone In The Region’s Renewable Energy Development

LONGi, a global leader in solar technology, together with its authorized partner Proxy Group, has announced its participation in the development of a new solar power station in Adailou village, located in Djibouti’s Tadjourah region. This project is the first off-grid installation in Djibouti to use LONGi’s latest Hi-MO X10 solar modules, which are based on advanced back-contact (BC) technology designed to provide exceptional efficiency and reliability for off-grid power systems.

Adailou is a remote rural community that has long faced challenges of limited electricity access and energy poverty. The new solar power station provides a capacity of 165 kW and is integrated with a 500 kWh energy storage system, bringing consistent and reliable electricity to homes, schools, health centers, and local businesses for the first time. At the core of this installation are LONGi’s Hi-MO X10 modules, specifically engineered for distributed and off-grid applications where durability, performance, and minimal maintenance are essential.

Built on LONGi’s latest HPBC 2.0 cell technology, the Hi-MO X10 modules are designed for full life cycle high performance, making them ideal for rural microgrids like Adailou where maintenance resources are limited and uptime is critical. The modules feature high power density of up to 670W per standard-size panel, a low temperature coefficient of -0.26%/°C, and advanced anti-shading capabilities that reduce power loss by more than 70%. With a first-year degradation of only 1% followed by a 0.35% annual degradation rate, these modules deliver long-term reliability and sustainability, ensuring strong performance for decades.

The project includes Huawei’s battery energy storage system (BESS), deployed by Proxy Group, to support energy storage and distribution. This combination of LONGi’s cutting-edge solar modules with complementary technologies creates a robust and high-performance solution for off-grid electrification, particularly in challenging and remote environments. At the inauguration ceremony, Djibouti’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Yonis Ali Guedi, and Naguib Abdallah Mohamed Kamil, Secretary-General at the Prime Minister’s Office, praised the project as a significant milestone in improving rural electrification and energy access.

Residents of Adailou welcomed the reliable power supply, which arrived just in time for Independence Day celebrations. The new solar plant not only brings light to homes but also supports livelihoods, education, healthcare, and local economic activity, improving the overall quality of life in the community. This achievement is part of LONGi’s wider “Light Up Africa” program, which focuses on expanding clean, dependable solar energy access across the continent. By empowering rural communities and promoting sustainable development, LONGi continues to demonstrate how innovative solar technology can transform lives, drive progress, and contribute to a brighter, more sustainable future for Africa.