Awards & Achievements

1975 - Foundation Year

SESN was founded by visionary scientists and engineers in response to the global oil crisis.

1978 - First National Conference

Hosted the inaugural National Solar Energy Conference at University of Lagos.

1982 - Government Recognition

Recognized by the Federal Government of Nigeria as the premier solar energy research body.

1990 - International Affiliation

Became Nigerian chapter of the International Solar Energy Society (ISES).

2005 - National Solar Energy Policy

Played key role in developing Nigeria's first National Solar Energy Policy.

2015 - 40th Anniversary

Celebrated 40 years with the launch of National Solar Energy Research Center.

2020 - Digital Transformation

Launched online training platform and virtual conferences.

Key Achievements

  • Published over 500 research papers on solar energy technologies
  • Trained 10,000+ solar technicians across Nigeria
  • Consulted on major solar projects including 100MW Katsina Solar Plant
  • Developed Nigerian Solar Radiation Atlas
  • Established solar energy curriculum in 20 Nigerian universities