Who We Are

BACKGROUND

Somali Green Energy Association (SOGEA) is a not for-profit trade association, established in 2021 dedicated to facilitating the growth and development of renewable energy business in Somalia.

The association’s primary focus is premised on promoting the growth and development of the energy industry sector
in Somalia in improving the efficiency of energy generation and supply systems, policy formulation and tapping onto the investment opportunities in the industry. SOGEA is the national renewable energy association in Somalia; a coalition of its kind built to be the voice of renewable energy and clean technology in Somalia.

SOGEA is endeared to promoting the use green energy as the leading technology in transforming the national energy supply system towards sustainable energy based on indigenous, non-polluting and competitive renewable technologie

VISION

Somalia that recognizes the value of green energy and ensures that it is inclusively shared and used sustainably, equitably and efficiently for all.

MISSION

Strengthen renewable energy governance for a just, prosperous and sustainable future through awareness creation, capacity building, networking/partnership

towards ensuring that energy is shared and allocated equitably, efficiently and sustainably, making it universally available to meet the basic needs for all.

VALUES

Our work and conduct are based on five core values:

Passion/Dedication
Integrity
Accountability
Inclusivity
Professionalism

[…] Our core values underpin us as an organization, guide us in our decision-making, and govern our relationships and collaborations

OBJECTIVES

The Association’s strategic objectives include:

To apply an adaptive renewable energy resource management approach to enhancement, replication, innovation and restoration of green energy sources and resources in Somalia.
To support and provide public outreach, awareness and education on renewable and green energy sources and resources.
To identify, initiate, promote and engage in applied research, innovation, and policy formulation in the renewable green energy sector.
To promote collaborations, inclusivity and partnerships in renewable energy production, utilization, policy, and investment.

MEMBERSHIP

A voice at the table
Knowledge-sharing and networking
Advocacy for building enabling policy, regulations and investment
Industry news update
Access to seminars/webinars
Profiling opportunities on the association website
Specialised Dispute Resolution

OUR BELIEF

We believe that with the right support, the renewable energymarket can scale to provide affordable solar power productsand services to provide electricity to the 5 million peoplecurrently living without energy by 2030, in line with Sustainable Development. Renewable energy products and
services are alsoa solution for the estimated 3 million people with weak gridconnections.

The renewable energy industry has what it takes to bringreliable electricity access to those without. Our companies dobusiness in challenging developing markets. We offer services,partnerships and resources which help our members go further,faster.

SOGEA MANAGEMENT TEAMS

BASHIR MOHAMED

CHAIRMAIN

Bashiir Mohamed grew up in Gaalkacyo and received his primary and secondary education in Gaalkacyo. Graduated in the UK as an electrical engineer, inventor and chairman of Dalsan Power, with twelve years of leadership and management expierience.

MOHAMED ABDULLAHI

VICE CHAIRMAN

Mohamed Abdullahi grew up in Baidoa and received his primary and secondary education in Baidoa. Graduated in Mogadishu as a Network engineer, and chairman of Red Sea, with 15 years of Solar Systems expierience.

ABDALLA MAYE

SECRETARY GENERAL

Abdalla Maye grew up in Mogadishu and received his primary and secondary education in Mogadishu. Graduated in the UK as a Systems Engineer, and chairman of Solia Energy, with 5 years of Solar Systems expierience.

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