SolarAid

As part of our mission to leave no one behind in the energy transition, we are thrilled to announce that we are part of an exciting new consortium, Solar United Madagascar, committed to increasing access to solar powered light and electricity across Madagascar. Alongside Money for Madagascar, Feedback Madagascar, SEED Madagascar and Jiro-Ve, we are powering rural schools with solar energy, providing light and power for educational appliances, as well as working with solar light libraries – enabling students to access solar light and power within their homes. Read our article below to learn more 👇🏾 #Madagascar #SDG7 #SolarLight #EnergyTransition

📽 Watch our webinar “ Off-Grid Repair: From Burden to Opportunity” In this webinar, Jamie McCloskey and Fred Mwale from SolarAid, Monica Wambui from CLASP, and Paul Munro from UNSW discuss the future of repair for the off-grid energy sector, and how individual companies and local communities can turn the burden of non-functioning solar products into opportunity. As always, we'd love to hear your thoughts so leave a comment below or tag a colleague to start a discussion. Watch now 👉🏾 https://lnkd.in/dz29ikzg

We are excited to announce that our very own Brave Mhonie, General Manager at SolarAid in Malawi, has been elected as the president of Renewable Energy Industries Association of Malawi (REIAMA)! "I am thrilled to have been elected as the president of REIAMA. While continuing as General Manager at SolarAid Malawi, I look forward to advancing our projects and making an impact in the energy sector. With abundant opportunities and challenges fostering innovation, and political support for socioeconomic growth, REIAMA is crucial for transformative impact. I thank all those who supported me and ask for continued support to deliver value to our members, the sector, and the nation." This is a testament to Brave's dedication and leadership in the energy sector. We are confident that his vision and commitment will drive significant progress for both REIAMA and SolarAid's mission in Malawi. Congratulations, Brave! 🌞👏 #Leadership #EnergySector #Malawi #SustainableEnergy #Innovation

🚨 590 million people in sub-Saharan Africa lack access to electricity. #EnergyAccess unlocks opportunities and improves the quality of life across all ages. It means 🏢 job opportunities 📚 better education ♥ quality healthcare 👪 safer families 🌍 healthier planet #SolarLights are a clean, safe and affordable solution for people and the planet. Join us in making light work 👉🏾 https://lnkd.in/eqH4A9fS

Working with local entrepreneurs through our social enterprise model allows us to reach the most rural communities in a way that also builds local, sustainable income for the people living there. But how can we support our entrepreneurs to sustain and grow their businesses? On our blog, Thomas Nyangulu Jr writes about how we are bridging the #EnergyGap with our zero interest credit facility in #Zambia. We would love to hear your thoughts, drop them below. https://lnkd.in/djeQK6gr

"Access to solar light benefits the whole family and it means they are suddenly spending less on other light sources that may be expensive and often dangerous, such as candles or toxic kerosene – which also contributes to indoor air pollution." Sofia Ollvid, Communications Director at SolarAid, speaks with pv magazine Global about the impact of Solar Light Libraries on students, families and communities living in #EnergyPoverty. Read now 👉🏾 https://lnkd.in/ea8GMjeT

How are women entrepreneurs changing the solar industry? Why are they integral to achieving energy access for all? Brave Mhonie, General Manager at SunnyMoney Malawi, and Jamie McCloskey, Director of Programmes at SolarAid, explore these questions in our webinar about our women entrepreneur programme, Mayi Walas. Watch now 👉🏾 https://lnkd.in/dKkndd4A

"Supporting SolarAid reflects our core values of social responsibility and environmental stewardship. It allows us to leverage our business as a force for positive change beyond mere product sales. This initiative enriches our company culture, inspires our team, and resonates deeply with our customers, who increasingly seek brands that prioritize social impact and sustainability." Studio Kinza founder Tahrima Mustafa writes about our new, exciting partnership. At SolarAid, we believe in a shared mission as a vital building block to develop authentic and sustainable partnerships. Do you want to learn more how your business can help drive positive change? Get in touch with our brilliant #corporatepartnerships manager Lyndsay Dixon. 🤝 https://lnkd.in/dnCfEpyZ

At SolarAid, we believe that women must be at the forefront of rural #EnergyAccess programmes in order to achieve #SDG7. Traditional market models have failed to reach the poorest rural communities in #Malawi. Women entrepreneurs are vital in bridging this gap. As trusted members of society with vast social networks, they are well-placed to communicate the benefits of solar to female customers, the primary users of energy in the home, while building trust and demand. Through our Mayi Walas programme, we provide access to finance, training and support for local women entrepreneurs to create their own solar businesses accelerating progress towards universal energy access. Learn more 👉🏾 https://lnkd.in/dbu2pNXa 

Have you read our newsletter? Spotlight on Solar aims to highlight the urgent action needed to achieve universal energy access by 2030 and explore different initiatives focused on addressing this challenge. We'd love to hear your thoughts - what do you think of the topics so far and what would you like us to explore? Drop a comment below or tag a friend. Subscribe today and be at the forefront of the #EnergyAccess conversation 👉🏾 https://lnkd.in/e7ccmbBF