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
SolarAid
Non-profit Organizations
London, London 6,093 followers
Lighting up every home, school and clinic in Africa by 2030 using safe, clean, solar power.
About us
Established in 2006, SolarAid is the world’s first and leading non-profit organisation specialising in providing access to safe, reliable solar energy solutions to communities living without access to electricity in Africa. Our unique business model allows us to reach the most remote and disadvantaged communities to create sustainable markets. Collaboration and cooperation with others is fundamental to our approach and we ensure our work is supported by strong evidence and strengthened through the lessons we learn. Our mission is no one left in the dark by 2030.
- Website
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http://www.solar-aid.org
External link for SolarAid
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- London, London
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2006
- Specialties
- solar, development, social impact, health, renewable energy, and gender equality
Locations
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Primary
30-36 Pritchard's Rd
London, London E2 9AP, GB
Employees at SolarAid
Updates
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💡 How can a charity transform #EnergyAccess in remote African communities? On The Energy Talk podcast, our CEO John Keane talks about SolarAid's unique model that tackles #EnergyPoverty in last mile communities, paving the way for a brighter, more sustainable future continent-wide. 🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/gJ-BqmAq (or anywhere you get your podcasts)! #SDG7 #SolarLights #Solar #Podcast #RenewableEnergy
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Today is #EarthOvershootDay marking that our demand for ecological resources has exceeded what the planet can regenerate by the end of the year. Another way of looking at it? To continue living the way we are, we would need 1.7 earths to provide for us. We know that thinking about overshoot can be overwhelming—we’re right there with you. But, we know that immense #PowerOfPossibility can be found in the countless existing solutions like #SolarPower. Together, we are making light work - for people and the planet. To take action today 👉🏾 https://lnkd.in/dUyiXpcp
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🌞 At SolarAid, we believe the brightest corporate partnerships are those that share a common mission. That's why we're thrilled to welcome Leaping Hare Renewables as our newest corporate supporter! 🌱 Leaping Hare Renewables shares our passion for renewable energy solutions and has pledged their unwavering support for our mission. They're also inspiring their customers to join the cause! Together, we can illuminate lives and bring clean, sustainable energy to communities in need. 💡 Discover how your company can make a difference with SolarAid. Reach out to us at [email protected]. Let's light up the world together! ✨ 🔗 Leaping Hare Renewables #SolarAid #RenewableEnergy #CorporatePartnerships #Sustainability #CleanEnergy
Leaping Hare Renewables Ltd | Renewable Energy Installers Norfolk & Suffolk
https://leapingharerenewables.co.uk
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#Solar doesn't just provide light, it provides opportunity. That's why we have adopted a model that creates a local market allowing #SolarLights to reach people and places that the traditional market does not reach. We believe in Trade not Aid. Our Social Enterprise, SunnyMoney, was founded in 2008 and is one of Africa's main sellers of solar lights. Solar Entrepreneurs like Simon travel to remote, rural, off-grid communities making #RenewableEnergy available to everyone. This model helps create thriving, sustainable business while instilling trust and building demand in solar products. Listen to Simon's story 👇🏾
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📽 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
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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
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🚨 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
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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
Bridging the energy gap: How Credit Facilities Can Empower Remote, Off-Grid Communities
SolarAid on LinkedIn
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"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