Solar Learning Youth Centres

The Solar Learning Youth Centres project is a one-year training programme for underprivileged youth. The training provides general knowledge in mathematics and physics as well as theoretical and practical knowledge in solar technology. What is learned is put into practice by building a solar installation.

Solar energy has gained a foothold in Kenya. The country is now home to one of the most active and commercial solar markets in Africa, with an installed capacity of over 10 megawatts, or 300,000 solar home systems (SHS). Nevertheless, 55 percent of households still depend on paraffin lamps.

The primary school system in Kenya is relatively well developed, resulting in a literacy rate of 81 percent. However, secondary schools are not affordable for most families. Structural inequalities such as poverty, family difficulties and the increasing pressure of urbanisation are reasons for growing youth crime.

Since

2021

Current project phase

2024–2026

Annual budget

CHF 280’000

Implementing partner organizations

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Goals

The Solar Learning Youth Centers project starts from vulnerable positions and from there strives for social change, self-initiative, economic development and ecological awareness through action. By providing the youth with intensive and inclusive training, sustainable perspectives are created.

Specifically, the following goals are pursued:

  1. Reduce energy poverty by empowering socially underprivileged youth.
  2. Expansion of solar energy in suburban and rural home towns of the young people.
  3. Improved access to quality and inclusive education – regardless of gender and social status.

Activities

During the three-year project, a total of 305 young people will receive theoretical and practical training. The project includes developing a curriculum tailored to the young people, setting up the learning environment and employing suitable teachers. The young people are closely supervised by our project partners in Kenya. On completion of their training, the young people receive a state-recognised diploma as solar specialists.

In cooperation with four solar companies, workshops are also held and internships are made possible. The class of prospective solar specialists is made up of boys from the Kabete Youth Centre and girls from the Dagoretti Youth Centre as well as external students. The focus is on the interests and strengths of the young people.

The training program is delivered by qualified personnel, ensuring equal access regardless of gender or social background. As the youths are based in different localities in Kenya, the potential to expand solar energy in rural and suburban areas is great. Especially in these areas, off-grid solar systems are a reliable, sustainable and attractive solution.

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Project management

Maria Bongard

+41 31 511 93 55

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