EPRAKit

Automate EPRA mini-grid approvals from checklist to submission in hours.

Score: 7.7/10KenyaMedium BuildReady to Spawn
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The Opportunity

Problem

Kenyan energytech startups endure prolonged EPRA approval processes that delay mini-grid deployments in rural areas by months.

Solution

EPRAKit generates customized compliance checklists and pre-filled documents tailored for Kenyan mini-grid projects based on user inputs. It guides startups through every EPRA requirement with templates derived from successful past approvals. Track submission status and get reminders to slash delays from months to weeks.

Target Audience

Kenyan energytech startups focused on mini-grid deployments for rural electrification

Differentiator

Exclusive mini-grid specific templates updated from real EPRA data, reducing prep time by 80% vs generic tools.

Brand Voice

professional

Features

Project Setup Wizard

must-have12h

Step-by-step form to input project details and auto-generate EPRA checklist.

Document Generator

must-have16h

Creates downloadable, pre-filled EPRA forms and reports using project data.

Submission Tracker

must-have10h

Log submissions, set reminders, and track EPRA response timelines.

Compliance Score

must-have14h

Real-time score showing approval readiness with gap analysis.

Template Library

must-have8h

Browse and customize proven EPRA templates for mini-grids.

Email Reminders

nice-to-have6h

Automated EPRA deadline notifications via email.

Export Reports

nice-to-have4h

PDF/Excel exports of checklists and progress.

Version History

nice-to-have5h

Track changes to documents and checklists over time.

Total Build Time: 75 hours

Database Schema

users

ColumnTypeNullable
iduuidNo
emailtextNo
nametextYes
created_attimestampNo

Relationships:

  • one-to-many with projects

projects

ColumnTypeNullable
iduuidNo
user_iduuidNo
nametextNo
locationtextYes
statustextNo
compliance_scoreintYes
created_attimestampNo

Relationships:

  • belongs to users
  • one-to-many with checklists

checklists

ColumnTypeNullable
iduuidNo
project_iduuidNo
itemtextNo
completedboolNo
due_datetimestampYes

Relationships:

  • belongs to projects

documents

ColumnTypeNullable
iduuidNo
project_iduuidNo
nametextNo
urltextYes
generated_attimestampNo

Relationships:

  • belongs to projects

API Endpoints

POST
/api/projects

Create new project from wizard data

🔒 Auth Required
GET
/api/projects/:id/checklist

Fetch checklist for project

🔒 Auth Required
POST
/api/projects/:id/documents

Generate and store document

🔒 Auth Required
PUT
/api/checklists/:id/update

Update checklist item status

🔒 Auth Required
POST
/api/submissions

Log new submission

🔒 Auth Required

Tech Stack

Frontend
Next.js 14 + Tailwind + shadcn/ui + React Hook Form
Backend
Next.js API routes + Supabase Edge Functions
Database
Supabase Postgres
Auth
Supabase Auth
Payments
Stripe
Hosting
Vercel
Additional Tools
Resend (emails)Zod (validation)pdf-lib (document gen)

Build Timeline

Week 1: Core setup and auth

25h
  • Project setup wizard
  • User auth
  • Basic DB schema

Week 2: Checklist and compliance

30h
  • Checklist generation
  • Compliance score calc
  • UI for projects

Week 3: Documents and tracking

25h
  • Document generator
  • Submission tracker
  • Reminders setup

Week 4: Polish and payments

20h
  • Pricing tiers
  • Stripe integration
  • Landing page

Week 5: Nice-to-haves and testing

15h
  • Email reminders
  • Exports
  • Full testing
Total Timeline: 5 weeks • 130 hours

Pricing Tiers

Free

$0/mo

No downloads, no reminders

  • 1 project
  • Basic checklists
  • Document previews

Pro

$29/mo

1 user

  • Unlimited projects
  • Full documents
  • Reminders
  • Compliance score

Enterprise

$99/mo

5 users

  • All Pro
  • Team accounts
  • Priority templates
  • Custom support

Revenue Projections

MonthUsersConversionMRRARR
Month 1305%$45$540
Month 615012%$540$6,480

Unit Economics

$40
CAC
$350
LTV
4%
Churn
92%
Margin
LTV:CAC Ratio: 8.8xExcellent!

Landing Page Copy

Cut EPRA Mini-Grid Approval Time from Months to Weeks

Automated checklists, documents, and tracking built for Kenyan energytech startups.

Feature Highlights

Custom EPRA templates
Auto-generate docs
Real-time compliance score
Submission reminders
Proven for mini-grids

Social Proof (Placeholders)

"'Saved us 3 months on our first grid!' - SolarTech KE"
"'Essential for rural deployments.' - GreenPower Ltd"

First Three Customers

Reach out to 10 Kenyan energytech founders on LinkedIn searching 'mini-grid Kenya' with a free checklist PDF offer. Follow up with demo call. Post in Kenya Cleantech Facebook group offering beta access.

Launch Channels

Product Huntr/SaaSIndie HackersKenya Startup TwitterLinkedIn Energy groups

SEO Keywords

EPRA mini grid approvalKenya EPRA permit processmini grid deployment Kenyarural electrification approvalEPRA compliance checklist

Competitive Analysis

General Doc Tools (e.g., DocuSign)

docusign.com
Per doc $10+
Strength

Reliable signing

Weakness

No EPRA/mini-grid specifics

Our Advantage

Tailored templates and tracking

🏰 Moat Strategy

Proprietary template library from user-submitted successful approvals creating data moat.

⏰ Why Now?

Kenya's rural electrification target of 100% by 2030 drives mini-grid boom amid EPRA backlog.

Risks & Mitigation

legalmedium severity

EPRA regulation changes invalidate templates

Mitigation

Quarterly template reviews via user feedback

marketlow severity

Niche too small (<100 startups)

Mitigation

Expand to other permits

executionmedium severity

Document gen accuracy issues

Mitigation

User editable previews + beta testing

Validation Roadmap

pre-build7 days

Interview 5 energytech founders on EPRA pain

Success: 3+ confirm 80% time savings interest

mvp14 days

Build wizard + checklist, get 3 beta users

Success: 2 complete first project

launch7 days

Launch on PH, track signups

Success: 50 users week 1

Pivot Options

  • General permitting tool for Africa
  • EPRA consultant matching
  • Compliance for solar home systems

Quick Stats

Build Time
130h
Target MRR (6 mo)
$1,000
Market Size
$0.5M
Features
8
Database Tables
4
API Endpoints
5