Zimbabwe – Supply of solar batteries and accessories

SE4RC project, also known as Mashaba Solar Mini-grid, provides 160KW solar energy to 18,000 rural households in Gwanda South, promoting universal access to modern energy services.

Zimbabwe

challenge

“The Sustainable Energy for Rural Communities (SE4RC) is also known as the Mashaba Solar Mini-grid project.

The project seeks to provide an excess of 160KW solar energy to power 3 irrigation schemes, 5 business centres, a clinic, a school and a study centre. The project demonstrates a business and financial model of providing decentralised renewable energy through a partnership of public and private sectors and donors. It is jointly funded by the European Union (EU-ACP), the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID), the Global Environmental Facility (GEF) and is being implemented by SNV, Practical Action, and Dabane Trust with the support of Government Ministries and Departments.

The major aim of the project is to promote universal access to modern energy services for 1O,OOO rural men and women in 2,8OO households in Gwanda South, contributing to better economic and social well-being.”

  • Zimbabwe
  • Off-Grid System
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outcome

Replacement of outdate LeadAcid Gel Batteries – improving system lifetime for up to 10 years.

Our main mission

Impact DriveN solar infrastructure solutions

Renewable energy is a symbol of a bright new future for Africa and for our planet. We aim to provide access to sustainable, high-quality energy systems and infrastructure across Sub-Saharan Africa.

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SVG 3: Good health and well-being

2,425

Health Centers electrified
SVG 4: Quality Education

1,807

Schools electrified
SVG 6: Clean water and Sanitation

453

Water Sites installed
SVG 7: Affordable and Clean energy

10,200

Total Solar Systems installed

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