Our Solutions

Solution

Telecom ESCO (TESCO)

TESCOs provide a valuable alternative to MNOs seeking to outsource their power generation needs in favor of a more energy-efficient solution, while retaining full ownership of their towers. At the core of our approach is network solarization, as we systematically integrate solar and hybrid power systems across our sites. In the regions where we operate, we believe solarization is a critical success factor for Telecom ESCO models, as it improves reliability, reduces fuel dependence, and lowers long-term operating costs.

Power-as-a-Service Model – At a Glance

Fully integrated Power-as-a-Service solution over a 10-15 years contract

Zero upfront CAPEX for the client where all initial and replacement CAPEX are fully financed by CREI, enabling the client to allocate its budget toward core, value-adding activities such as telecom equipment, marketing, and services

End-to-end responsibility for asset ownership, safeguarding, and lifecycle management

Guaranteed long-term performance and power availability

Predictable, stabilized service fees over time

Reduced exposure to fuel price volatility, grid tariff fluctuations, and OPEX uncertainty

Seamless Scalability

Full responsibility for energizing new sites

Seamless scalability to support any future power load increases

Guaranteed CAPEX investments to accommodate load increases and new sites throughout the contract term

No additional capital or operational burden on the client

Operators are charged a monthly fee based on installed kW capacity, covering equipment, installation, financing, operations and maintenance, fuel, grid power costs, insurance, and site security.

Focus on core business and outsourcing operational complexities

ESG Alignment

Contributes to ESG performance through the deployment of solarized hybrid energy solutions, reducing fossil fuel consumption and supporting operators’ long-term compliance with Renewable Energy Ratio (RER) targets toward 2030 and 2040

Solution

Rural TESCO wB2S

Rural TESCO with Build-to-Suit combines the development of new rural telecom towers for operators with our TESCO power-as-a-service offering, supporting operators in executing and accelerating their network deployment plans. Designed for rural and underserved areas, the solution pairs tower infrastructure with solar-led power systems and integrated energy management to enable reliable connectivity in off-grid and weak-grid environments under a long-term infrastructure and energy delivery framework spanning 10–15 years.

Capital-Efficient Deployment Model

Operators avoid heavy capital investment for tower construction, while benefiting from zero upfront capital investment for power systems, with all power infrastructure fully financed and invested by CREI over the contract term.

Predictable, Recurring Costs

Long-term OPEX payments replace lumpy CAPEX, improving budget visibility and financial planning, while comprehensive energy management reduces exposure to fuel price volatility, grid tariffs, and operating cost uncertainty.

End-to-End Site Delivery and Operations

Full responsibility for site acquisition services including site selection, landowner negotiations, and all municipal and regulatory approvals ensuring availability, compliance, and long-term performance. Seamlessly integrated with TESCO power-as-a-service for a fully outsourced, end-to-end site solution.

Accelerated and Scalable Network Deployment

The Rural TESCO wB2S model accelerates rural network rollout and supports scalable expansion, enabling operators to add rural sites in line with evolving coverage and capacity requirements without upfront capital constraints.

Purpose-Built for Rural Deployments

Our solutions are tailored for rural environments, addressing both the technical challenges of site development, tower infrastructure, and off-grid or weak-grid operations, as well as the economic realities of low-ARPU deployments.

Expert-Led Delivery in Challenging Environments

Network sites are delivered by experienced Build-to-Suit specialists with proven capabilities in complex and remote environments, reducing construction, delivery, and technical risk for operators.

Solution

Rural Network-as-a-Service (NaaS)

Rural Network-as-a-Service delivers tower, power, and telecom equipment as a fully managed service, with all related investments and operations managed under a long-term framework. The model relies on pure solar power solutions and integrated operations to support sustainable rural network deployment. It enables rural coverage expansion and digital inclusion with no incremental capital or operational burden on the operator, while ensuring reliable service delivery and consistent network performance.

Plug-and-Play Network Expansion

End-to-end responsibility for investing in, designing, deploying, and operating tower infrastructure, pure solar power systems, and telecom equipment

Infrastructure and equipment are specifically designed and selected for rural and ultra -rural environments, using lightweight and cost-efficient technologies suited to low-density deployments

Technical choices are optimized to meet rural price points while maintaining service availability and performance in line with agreed SLAs

Operators connect to a fully operational, ready-to-use rural network and pay only for network availability and performance

Operators retain full commercial control, spectrum ownership, and customer relationships

Single operating interface, with one operational counterpart for infrastructure, power, and network performance, simplifying coordination and day-to-day management for rural operations

Support for universal coverage objectives, enabling operators to meet rural coverage obligations and digital inclusion targets through a scalable and economically sustainable deployment approach

Solution

Standalone Solar Power Systems (SSPS)

Standalone Solar Power Systems provide off-grid solar energy solutions, developed in collaboration with Tier I operators, for households and small businesses in areas where grid access is limited or unreliable. The systems combine solar generation, energy storage, and power management into modular, right-sized solutions suited to everyday residential and small commercial needs.

Commercial Models

Deferred Payment Option: An upfront down payment of 15–30% is required, with the remaining system cost financed by CREI over a 2 to 4-year period. Asset ownership is retained during the payment term and transferred to the end user upon completion of payments, with ongoing after-sales support during the financing period.

Outright Purchase Option: Immediate ownership by the customer, with professional system design, installation, and commissioning included from day one, along with applicable product warranties and after-sales service support.

Affordable Energy Access

Flexible ownership and payment options expand access to clean, reliable power for households and small businesses, reducing dependence on unreliable grid supply and exposure to diesel fuel costs and price volatility.

After Sales Support

Customers benefit from after-sales support, including corrective maintenance, customer support, and component replacements, ensuring sustained system availability and performance under both deferred payment and outright purchase models.

End-to-End Delivery

CREI systems are delivered by teams with telecom infrastructure expertise, applying proven engineering standards. Systems are right-sized to user needs, with defined backup autonomy, and engineered for reliable operation in off-grid and weak-grid conditions.

Solution

Commercial and Industrial Solar Power Solutions (C&I SPS)

Commercial and Industrial Solar Power Solutions deliver on-site solar power systems for large commercial, industrial, institutional, and data center clients, including telecom operators and non-telecom businesses. Solutions are designed to improve energy reliability and cost efficiency while reducing exposure to grid instability and fuel price volatility.

Commercial Models

CAPEX Option: Clients own the system at commissioning. CREI provides full system design, engineering, procurement, installation, commissioning, and long-term preventive and corrective operations and maintenance services.

PaaS Option: The system is financed, deployed, and operated by CREI with no upfront capital investment. Payments are made on an OPEX basis and cover power availability and maintenance. Projects are delivered under long-term contractual frameworks of up to 10–15 years, supporting energy supply, operating costs, and performance.

Reliable and Cost-Optimized Energy Supply

On-site solar generation improves energy reliability and resilience, tariff variability, and diesel-based backup solutions, while delivering predictable and optimized energy costs over time. It also strengthens energy independence by reducing reliance on unstable grid infrastructure and fuel-based alternatives.

End-to-End Delivery with Simplified Operations

CREI assumes full responsibility for system design, engineering, procurement, installation, commissioning, and long-term operations and maintenance. Energy infrastructure, performance monitoring, and asset management are handled under a single framework, ensuring availability and performance while allowing clients to focus on core business activities.