
This report outlines the potential for localising off-grid solar refrigeration equipment—specifically solar commercial refrigerators and solar walk-in cold rooms—in India and Kenya. It presents market assessments, supply chain analyses, and economic evaluations of different localisation scenarios. The report outlines how increased localisation can reduce costs, enhance supply chain resilience, and boost rural employment. It identifies fiscal and non-fiscal levers such as reduced import duties, capital subsidies, demand-side incentives, and skill development needed to accelerate local manufacturing.