FCMB Champions Clean Energy with N10 Million Loan for Homes and SMEs
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Save money and help the planet with FCMB’s new plan
Green energy solutions are becoming increasingly essential in our world today, and Nigerian households and small businesses now have a big boost in this direction.
FCMB’s Step Toward a Greener Future
First City Monument Bank (FCMB) has introduced an energy finance loan, providing as much as N10 million for Nigerian homes and SMEs. This loan is dedicated to the acquisition of:
- Solar panels
- Batteries
- Inverters
- Other eco-friendly energy equipment
The main aim? Ensuring homes, hospitals, schools, eateries, shops, lodges, and fashion hubs continue thriving using sustainable energy.
Mrs. Yemisi Edun, FCMB’s MD, notes: “Our energy loan is a stride toward tapping into the clean energy sector’s potential. We’re devoted to championing green energy to combat climate changes, boost business growth, enhance life quality, and promote growth via sustainable solutions.”
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Why Now?
With the recent removal of the petrol subsidy, more Nigerians are exploring other energy sources for their daily needs. This pivot has been further emphasized due to the increasing petrol prices nationwide, considering how much households and SMEs rely on gasoline generators.
The energy loan is FCMB’s answer to these growing concerns, aiming to mitigate the effects of dwindling traditional fuel subsidies.
George Ogbonnaya, the Group Head of Business Banking at FCMB, explains:
“We recognize the funding challenges people face for green energy. Our energy loan is built to counteract this. It offers a repayment span of two to seven years at friendly interest rates.”
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Industry Applause for FCMB’s Initiative
The move has garnered much praise from industry leaders:
- Ayo Ademilua, President of the Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria, highlighted the loan’s timeliness and innovative nature, especially given the rise in PMS prices.
- Dr. Segun Adaju, CEO of Consistent Energy Limited, commended FCMB’s proactive approach. He discussed the 2023 Electricity Act which endorses partnerships between private sectors and the government in the renewable energy sector.
Dr. Adaju added, “The carbon trading market is now more appealing. Thanks to the Africa Carbon Markets Initiative in 2022, there’s a drive for carbon trading in Africa. FCMB’s energy finance loan aligns with this, providing a necessary funding avenue for Nigerians to embrace affordable green energy.”
Conclusion
FCMB’s energy finance loan is more than just a financial product; it’s a vision for a sustainable future for Nigeria. By supporting households and SMEs in their transition to clean energy, the bank not only aids in combatting climate change but also paves the way for a more self-reliant and resilient Nigerian economy.
With such initiatives, the hope is that more institutions will follow suit, pushing Nigeria closer to its green energy goals, ensuring a brighter and more sustainable future for all its residents.
