Clean Water Might Be Only A Backpack Away

Skoon Water Filtration System

Featuring an ergonomic design, sand filtration system and solar disinfection panels, this backpack could have a huge impact in the developing world. Read more →

French All-Electric To Take On Rugged Africa

venturi mission africa

Venturi, a luxury electric vehicle manufacturer in France, is preparing to send its Berlingo model on a long-distance African adventure. Read more →

Clean Energy Solutions In The Developing World

Image via Peace Corps

In today gallery we look at cleantech solutions being used in developing parts of the world, and how clean energy is transforming lives and communities. Read more →

Can Africa Leapfrog Right Into Renewable Energy?

Africa Solar Energy

To ensure Africa reaches its renewable energy potential, a UN study says governments need to do whatever they can to encourage private sector investment. Read more →

Putting Africa On A Clean Power Path

Africa Renewable Energy Use

A European Commission reports sees great potential for renewable energy in Africa, but only if the development is well planned and targeted to meet local needs. Read more →

Can Africa Turn E-Waste Into Opportunity?

E-Waste

A UN report finds e-waste growing at a staggering pace in Africa, but suggests there could be growth opportunities in recycling and recovery. Read more →

Solar Power Keeps The Lights On In Africa

Malawi health center

A solar array at a clinic in eastern Malawi, installed with help from the Peace Corps, is one of an increasing number of projects bringing solar to Africa. Read more →

Fundraising Alert: Clean Solar Light For Africa

Via Angaza

Angaza Design is seeking contributions to fund the manufacturing of its next batch of solar lights. The lights would be used by families in developing countries. Read more →

Solar Power Brings Science To African Schools

solar classroom, africa

An energy-efficient, solar-powered projector helps bring a look at laboratory experiments and practical techniques into rural, energy-poor classrooms. Read more →

Geothermal Energy On Rise In Eastern Africa

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Germany, the EU-Africa Infrastructure Trust Fund and the African Union Commission are teaming up on grants to encourage geothermal power development in Africa. Read more →