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Connecting the Next Billion

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MOBILE POWER AND INTERNET IN THE OFF-GRID WORLD

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The New BuffaloGrid Hub

We are thrilled to announce the launch of the new BuffaloGrid Hub, the most advanced off-grid phone charging system ever created. This new Hub has been in development for the last two years and represents a crucial step in our mission to connect the next billion internet users. 

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Digital Inclusion

Over 1 billion people lack access to reliable power, and yet 700 million have access to a mobile phone. For many, getting their phone charged and connecting to the network is a daily challenge. Without the ability to connect, these phone users will struggle to function in the modern economy.

We want to see everyone connected. We think everyone has the right to be included in our digital world. That’s why at BuffaloGrid, we are working to help the Next Billion get connected and stay connected.

How It Works

Customers access our service by sending a mobile payment to the BuffaloGrid Hub. Our Hub is managed by local entrepreneurs, who are already active in their community, and work as our network of agents.

Our Customers

Our Customers are young, often own a smartphone and are part of the fastest growing group of new internet users in the world. We are passionate about providing a simple, reliable service that they love.

Impact at Scale

With a small footprint, BuffaloGrid can have a big impact. This is our progress so far, and there's more to come.

Available Now

Our service is available today in rural villages across North India, and we are adding new villages all the time.

Get Involved

We want to work with people who share our mission, and partners who are excited by this new market.

In the Press

We are grateful that others want to tell our story too. Here's a snapshot of the coverage we have received. 

Our UK Team headed over to @designmuseum this morning to get a first public glimpse at the Design of the Year 2017 exhibition. An amazing show. Lots of activists using design to address global problems and provoke dialogue. Our favourite? The BuffaloGrid Hub! Vote for us if you visit the exhibition. #design #innovation #india #product #designoftheyear #hardware #iot #team #startup #london #vibes
It’s done! The New BuffaloGrid Hub is now in the @designmuseum thanks to our nomination for the Design of the Year 2017. The show opens to the public today, with over 250K visitors expected for the three months while the exhibition is open. This is great recognition for the hard work our UK and India team have done over the last five years. We hope this spreads awareness of the importance of bridging the Digital Divide and connecting the next billion internet users. Life can be tough. An charged phone and internet connection can make things a little bit better. Well done Team! #design #innovation #tech #hardware #designoftheyear #designmuseum #startup #india #energyaccess #solarpunk
We're thrilled to be dropping off one of our BuffaloGrid hubs @designmuseum in preparation for the Beazley Design of the Year. Open to the public from 18th October. Our first ever Hub deployment in London 😉. #design #award #hardware #startup #energyaccess #power #iot #tech

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