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Africa GreenTec Foundation e.V.

Tanja
May 17, 2023

Welcome to the Africa GreenTec Foundation e.V.´s landing page which is currently under construction (www.foundation.africa greentec.com). Our organization is a non-profit founded in 2016 by the founders and employees of the Africa GreenTec Group in Hainburg, Germany.

While Africa GreenTec is a social business focused on technical solutions for renewable energy, the Africa GreenTec Foundation primarily works towards empowering vulnerable communities such as women, children and refugees by providing access to educational programs and promoting sustainable development in the field of humanitarian aid. The foundation’s capacity training programs focus on providing skills and knowledge to individuals and communities, particularly in the areas of agriculture, entrepreneurship, and energy. By empowering vulnerable communities in this way, the foundation aims to help them become more self-sufficient and less reliant on external aid.We strive to move beyond traditional development aid by creating a co-operations that fosters a mutual learning process.

In contrast to classic development aid, the association develops projects in which the assets are financed with donations or subsidies, but the operation and sustainable management of the project is financially self-supporting, so that the users of the project earn a sufficient income from the asset.

Mission

The Africa GreenTec Foundation is dedicated to providing humanitarian and development aid in Africa, with a particular focus on empowering women, reducing post-harvest loss, and implementing cold chain solutions. As the philanthropic and charitable part of the Africa GreenTec Group, we work towards improving the livelihoods of sub-Saharan African communities through innovative and sustainable solutions. Our organization is committed to addressing key challenges related to energy access, food security, and water scarcity. Our approach involves leveraging technical solutions, facilitating networking opportunities, offering education and skills workshops, and partnering with local organizations to empower vulnerable communities and foster a sustainable and prosperous future in Africa.

Key activities

Providing sustainable energy solutions to underserved communities
Reducing post-harvest loss
Self-sufficient energy supply for medical facilities
Promoting women’s empowerment
Collaborating with local organizations and communities to ensure successful implementation of projects
Providing education and training programs to empower individuals and communities to be self-sufficient in meeting their energy needs.

Values

At Africa GreenTec Foundation, we value inclusion and recognize the expertise of the communities we serve. We work collaboratively with them to create tailored solutions that are impactful and sustainable. Our goal is not just to provide aid but to empower people to become self-sufficient and generate their income.
We are a passionate team committed to creating lasting change. Our new approach involves training and business models that promote economic independence. We believe that true sustainability requires a holistic approach, which is why we provide financial literacy and training programs to create new economic opportunities. By breaking the cycle of aid dependency, we’re creating a brighter future for African communities.

We prioritize cooperation with other actors to achieve long-term, sustainable success. We measure project success against the Sustainable Development Goals and communicate transparently with our stakeholders. We believe that working together is essential to achieving our mission and creating a better future for Africa.

Projects

Africa GreenTec ImpactSite N'diob, Senegal

The Africa GreenTec ImpactSite is an innovative solution that interconnects power generation, cooling, water treatment, and communication components to empower local communities in a sustainable and self-determined way.
The AGT Foundation, in partnership with the Wilo Foundation, supports the financing of the drinking water components of the ImpactSite in Ndiob, Senegal. Additionally, AGT Foundation provides training and income generation workshops for the community, particularly women. Our approach listening to their needs and ideas and finding solutions together. We’re excited to work with the women’s associations and learn more about their business ideas.

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SOCHILI x Africa GreenTec Foundation e.V.

The Africa Green Tec Foundation and SOCHILI have come together to bring electricity to the people of N’diop, Senegal, where over 50% of the population live without access to electricity. Through their efforts, they are enabling farmers and their families to have access to electricity for the first time, improving their quality of life and opening up new opportunities for them.

In an innovative approach to fundraising, SOCHILI has launched a range of chili sauces that not only add a spicy kick to your meals but also help empower the farmers. Each purchase of a SOCHILI chili sauce donates one day of electricity to the farmers, allowing them to power their homes and businesses.
This initiative is not just about providing access to electricity, but it also aims to promote sustainable and clean energy solutions. By providing solar energy to the farmers, they can reduce their dependence on fossil fuels and contribute towards a cleaner environment.

Through the 1=1 campaign, customers can make a tangible difference in the lives of the farmers and their families.

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#Cooltainer4women

Promoting Gender Equality through Entrepreneurship. Africa GreenTec Foundation promotes entrepreneurship in various focus areas. One of them is the development of business models with people (especially women) in rural areas, with the aim of enabling people to earn a regular income that provides access to energy services and solutions with a sustainable, long-term perspective. In partnership with the World Food Program (WFP) and the Ministry of Gender, Social welfare and children, we implemented the Cooltainer4Women project in The Gambia.

Cooltainer4women focuses on training women to run their own business, using self-sufficient, solar-powered, walk-in refrigerators to store and preserve fruits, vegetables, and other perishable foods. The project aims to address the lack of suitable cold storage, boost self-confidence, and support the retention of up to 30 existing local businesses through value chains and business-to-business opportunities.

In February 2023 The Africa GreenTec Foundation team arrived in Gambia to install the Cooltainer4Women on location. A training workshop was conducted, successfully training 10 fish processors on how to operate the Cooltainer.

We believe that empowering women entrepreneurs is crucial to promoting sustainable development and reducing poverty in the region. By promoting gender equality and empowering women, we believe that our work can contribute to building more resilient and sustainable African communities.

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The Cooltainer4Refugees

The project aims to address the lack of suitable cold storage facilities in refugee camps. In UNHCR Refugee Camp Mbara in Mauritania, which hosts over 120,000 refugees who have fled Mali due to ongoing terror, oppression, and climate change effects, the refugees face challenges of not being able to return to their hometowns, lack of job opportunities, and basic amenities like electricity and cold chains. With no proper means of storing perishable foods, 40 % of the fruit and vegetable harvests in sub-Saharan Africa go to waste, and smallholder farmers and retailers in the region also suffer losses due to spoilage of their produce.
The Africa GreenTec Foundation is addressing this issue by installing a Cooltainer in Mbara by fall 2023.Africa GreenTec’s Changemakers Program is a comprehensive initiative aimed at empowering local farmers and entrepreneurs in Africa. Through the program, we provide training, resources, and a global network to nurture resilient agriculture and promote entrepreneurship, ultimately working to end hunger and poverty in the continent.

Changemakers Program

Our Program focuses on empowering local farmers and entrepreneurs. Through farmer training, online and offline events, and counseling to fill a directory of local suppliers in Africa, we aim to increase the consumption of family farmed produce and products and promote local marketing that is profitable for everyone in the value chain.

In partnership with the Ghana Food Movement, we’ll be organizing the first in-person forum on local production in West Africa. The forum will bring together stakeholders to discuss the potentials and challenges of local consumption in their region.

Through our industry food tours we want to connect chefs, retailers, politicians, and rural producers, establishing partnerships that will help promote sustainable agriculture and end hunger and poverty in Africa. By working in collaboration with all stakeholders, we strive to create a brighter future for our continent while valuing and celebrating its unique food culture.

The Africa GreenTec Foundation is addressing this issue by installing a Cooltainer in Mbara by fall 2023.Africa GreenTec’s Changemakers Program is a comprehensive initiative aimed at empowering local farmers and entrepreneurs in Africa. Through the program, we provide training, resources, and a global network to nurture resilient agriculture and promote entrepreneurship, ultimately working to end hunger and poverty in the continent.

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