Orb awarded First Runner Up of the Zayed Future
Orb Energy were awarded first runner up in the NGO / SME category of the Zayed Future Energy Prize, winning a cash prize of US $1 million. One of the most prestigious global awards for renewable energy, the Zayed Future Energy Prize is awarded annually to large corporations, individuals, small businesses and non-governmental organizations that have made significant contributions to the future of energy.
Orb Energy received this award in recognition of its efforts towards creating a significant impact on India's energy landscape, by building a unique distribution model for solar energy that is helping to power Indian homes, enterprises, and entire villages.
According to Damian Miller, CEO of Orb Energy, "This award is a validation of our efforts towards reducing India's energy crisis through the use of sustainable solar powered technology, especially in rural areas. Our approach is differentiated by our unique range of solar systems, and our ability to reach out directly to the Indian solar consumer - delivering a superior product and unparalleled after sales service. We plan to use the prize money to expand our base to 200 branches over the next 18 months, to help us better serve India's growing energy requirements."
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