Alternative Energy Sources

The Solar Revolution in Kitwe, Zambia

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In our latest blog post, we delve into the astounding power of the sun and its potential to transform our energy landscape. Every hour, the Earth is bathed in 173,000 terawatt-hours of solar energy, which astonishingly matches the amount of energy humans consume globally in an entire year. This revelation not only highlights the immense power of solar energy but also underscores the vast potential it holds for future energy solutions.
Join us as we explore how Kitwe’s leveraging this abundant resource is leading to a revolution in how we power our city, homes, and lives. From reducing our carbon footprint to enhancing energy security, the benefits of solar power is propelling us towards a more sustainable and resilient future. Discover the possibilities in “Sunshine Power” and imagine a world where clean energy is not just a dream but a daily reality.

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Kitwe Energy Sources

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Do you lie in bed at night wondering about the pros and cons of solar power in your home? If your answer is “No”, then you are not alone.

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Windup Radio Inventor

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In 1993, Trevor watched a program about the spread of AIDS in Africa, which observed that in many regions radio was the only available means of communication, but the need for batteries or electricity made them too expensive or too difficult to access. There was a need for an educational tool that did not rely on electricity.

Trevor picked up on the word ‘need’. Need is the catalyst for an inventor’s ‘raison d’être’ and Trevor rose to the occasion.

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Renewable Energy Sources

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Power outages and Power shedding are a normal part of life all over Zambia. Projections by the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) indicate that the problem is going to get worse because annual electrical energy production has stagnated at around 45,000 Megawatts in the whole region.

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