Germany’s Solar Cooling Engineering GmbH (SCE) has developed a new solar-powered cooling technology based on a climate-friendly refrigerant. Through its PV Cool Kenya project, it has rolled out the technology to various industries in the agricultural sector, via a business model that aims to empower farmers and entrepreneurs while also training technicians in Kenya and relying on locally sourced materials for manufacturing.
Charles Mbarire (right) with his partner and co worker Njeri Kamau inside the cold room, where the herbs are stored to await collection after harvest.
Photos: Solar Cooling Engineering GmbH
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