OffGridBox aims to provide clean water, power in rural Rwanda
Energy availability and affordability remains a top priority Rwanda with 8 per cent year on year demand growth. Davide Bonsignore, COO & Founder of OffGridBox unpacks their role in ensuring clean water and renewable energy in rural Rwanda.
Fri, 20 Oct 2017 10:47:49 GMT
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- The OffGridBox system combines solar energy and water treatment in a compact container to provide clean water and power to rural communities.
- The company has successfully deployed units in various countries and emergency response situations, showcasing the flexibility and effectiveness of their solution.
- OffGridBox's focus on integrating mature technologies, finding affordable solutions, and customizing technological innovations for specific market needs ensures efficient utilization of renewable energies to improve living standards.
OffGridBox, a groundbreaking renewable energy solution, is making waves in rural Rwanda by providing clean water and power to underserved communities. Founded in Italy and now based in the US, OffGridBox is a compact container with a photovoltaic roof and water treatment system that can serve entire villages. The company has been successfully deploying units in various countries, including South Africa, Madagascar, the Philippines, Colombia, Italy, the US, and even in emergency response situations like in Puerto Rico. The OffGridBox units are easily transportable and can be set up in just two hours, providing a long-lasting solution with a 20-year lifespan. The innovative system creates a small grid around the machine, offering stable and renewable energy through lithium power banks to areas where traditional grids are unavailable or destroyed. The company's focus on integrating mature technologies and finding the right mix of affordable solutions makes their product well-suited for markets across Africa, South America, and South Asia. By customizing technological solutions to address specific market needs, OffGridBox ensures efficient utilization of renewable energies to provide safe drinking water and power to communities in need. With a strong emphasis on the importance of investment, OffGridBox recognizes Rwanda as a prime location for scaling their impact due to the conducive business environment and desire for improved living standards.
