29 November, 2024 Member article

Off-Grid Europe among top 10 at 2024 Landespreis

In its 15th edition, the prestigious Landespreis für junge Unternehmen was awarded in 2024 by the Baden-Württemberg state government and L Bank. Out of 584 applications, ARE Member Off-Grid Europe proudly secured a spot among the Top 10 – a significant achievement for the innovative company, which participated in the competition for the second time.

Founded in 2010 by Christiane and Mark Kragh, Off-Grid Europe GmbH (OGE) offers comprehensive technical solutions for independent energy supply from renewable sources. The company specialises in photovoltaic and battery storage systems, covering all steps from planning and design to procurement and installation. With its proprietary intelligent software, the Off-Grid Controller, OGE ensures efficient monitoring and control of energy systems, delivering customised turnkey solutions to its customers.

Since 2016, OGE has focused exclusively on projects in Africa, establishing its subsidiary Off-Grid Africa in Senegal in 2020. As part of the ASER 300 flagship project, the company has electrified over 200 rural villages.

OGE’s vision is to create clean and reliable access to energy worldwide and to promote its productive use across various applications. By delivering scalable and easy-to-maintain energy systems, the company aims to positively impact the environment and local economies while improving the lives of millions. Currently, OGE is working on orders in Angola and South Africa, as well as large-scale electrification projects in Zambia.

At the award ceremony in Stuttgart, CEO Christiane Kragh accepted the recognition alongside part of the Pfullendorf team: “This recognition inspires us to continue pursuing our goals, fostering innovation, and achieving new milestones in the coming year.”