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Desmond Dogara
Nigeria, Lagos
https://desmond.omlafellow.org
I am Desmond Dogara Bardeson, an energy access advocate and social entrepreneur passionate
about sustainable development. I founded Celloop Limited, a circular energy startup that repurposes
retired battery cells into affordable storage systems for MSMEs and off-grid communities. Through
our battery manufacturing training programs, we empower women and youth, reduce e-waste, and
expand clean energy access. With over 500 trained participants and 2,500+ indirect beneficiaries, we
are driving inclusive energy innovation across Nigeria.

Desmond Dogara
Nigeria, Lagos
https://desmond.omlafellow.org
I am Desmond Dogara Bardeson, an energy access advocate and social entrepreneur passionate
about sustainable development. I founded Celloop Limited, a circular energy startup that repurposes
retired battery cells into affordable storage systems for MSMEs and off-grid communities. Through
our battery manufacturing training programs, we empower women and youth, reduce e-waste, and
expand clean energy access. With over 500 trained participants and 2,500+ indirect beneficiaries, we
are driving inclusive energy innovation across Nigeria.