At the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) Energy Access Investment Forum (EAIF) 2026 in Nairobi, Schneider Electric highlighted how lessons from “airline technology” could reshape the future of affordable energy access in Africa.

Story by Ayubu John photo journalist Afrimedia Group news 
The company argued that just as aviation has evolved through advanced digital systems, predictive maintenance, and automated operations to become more efficient and cost-effective, the same principles can be applied to energy systems to reduce costs and improve reliability.

Speaking during the forum, Ifeanyi Odoh, Country President of Schneider Electric East Africa, said energy affordability in Sub-Saharan Africa will depend on how quickly the sector embraces intelligent, data-driven systems.

“Just like airline technology transformed aviation into a highly efficient and data-driven industry, we are applying the same principles to energy systems to make electricity more affordable, reliable, and accessible,” Odoh said.
He noted that modern energy solutions powered by artificial intelligence, smart sensors, and remote monitoring are now enabling real-time optimisation of power generation and distribution. This shift reduces energy losses, improves system reliability, and lowers operational costs—savings that can be passed on to consumers.

Odoh explained that this “aviation-style efficiency” is especially important for Africa, where high energy prices and infrastructure gaps continue to slow development. By adopting predictive and automated energy management systems, countries can move away from reactive maintenance models and toward smarter, more cost-efficient networks.
The approach aligns with Schneider Electric’s broader mission of expanding access to clean, affordable energy while supporting sustainable economic growth.

Odoh concluded that efficiency is becoming the new foundation of energy access: “If we bring the discipline of airline systems into energy infrastructure, we can unlock a future where clean electricity is not only available—but truly affordable for all.”

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