Wido Schnabel
BD Director Key Accounts, SSA MSS EMEA Business Unit
Canadian Solar South Africa (Pty) Ltd.
Cape Town, South Africa
About me
Wido Schnabel was born in a country with one of the highest solar radiations in the world, in Namibia. Since 2008 he is in the Renewable Energy Industry with focus on Solar. He has built a Solar modules Factory in South Africa and is now Business Development Director for Sub-Sahara Africa for Canadian Solar. In the past he chaired of the board of SAPVIA (South African Photovoltaic Industry Association). For the last 10 years he is Business Development Director for Canadian Solar. Doing business all over in Africa with his passion to Solar is the unique value he represents Africa in the world and has created the term “Africa will jump the Grid!” His motto “There is enough Sun for all of us in Africa!” shows his passionate advocacy towards renewable energy.
My organisation
Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and is one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. It is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects. Canadian Solar has a strong local presence within Europe, Middle East and Africa, with regional offices.
Organisation Type
Organisation Type
Industry & Private SectorSpeaker sessions (2)
Wednesday, 12 March 2025
11:15 - 12:00
A Bright Future Ahead: Launch of the Africa Market Outlook for Solar PV
Thursday, 13 March 2025
09:00 - 10:30