Namibia - Business creation project

Décrivez votre projet en quelques mots

SolCold Namibia envisions affordable, solar-powered cold rooms from shipping containers. Our idea targets reliable, off-grid perishable storage, ideal for remote areas. By harnessing solar energy, we aim to cut operational costs and promote sustainability

01.01 Décrivez votre projet en détail

SolCold Namibia is conceptualizing the conversion of shipping containers into solar-powered cold rooms, targeting remote regions. Our concept aims to offer off-grid reliability, reduce operational costs, and promote sustainability for businesses. The core of our idea revolves around leveraging solar energy to power these cold rooms, ensuring off-grid reliability and significantly reducing operational costs for businesses. By harnessing the abundant solar resources available in Namibia, we aim to provide a sustainable solution that not only meets the immediate storage needs of perishable goods but also aligns with environmental conservation efforts. Furthermore, our cold rooms will be meticulously designed and engineered to ensure optimal performance and efficiency. By doing so, we aim to not only reduce food waste but also extend the shelf life of products, thereby enhancing the profitability and sustainability of businesses across various sectors.

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

The main problem that SolCold Namibia's idea aims to solve is the challenge of perishable goods storage, particularly in remote regions with limited access to reliable electricity infrastructure. In these areas, businesses face significant difficulties in preserving perishable goods such as food, medicine, and agricultural produce due to the lack of consistent refrigeration options. This often results in increased food waste, reduced product quality, and financial losses for businesses. By converting shipping containers into solar-powered cold rooms, SolCold Namibia offers an innovative solution that provides off-grid reliability for perishable storage needs. By harnessing solar energy, our cold rooms ensure continuous refrigeration without dependence on the electricity grid, thereby overcoming the limitations of traditional cold storage facilities. Thus reducing operational costs and minimizing food waste and extending the shelf life of products.

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service que vous souhaitez fournir par votre projet (au moins 3).

Off-grid Reliability: Our solar-powered cold rooms will provide reliable refrigeration even in remote areas with limited access to electricity infrastructure, ensuring uninterrupted storage of perishable goods Cost-effectiveness: By harnessing solar energy, businesses can significantly reduce operational costs associated with traditional cold storage facilities, such as electricity bills and fuel expenses. Minimized Food Waste: Our cold rooms will be meticulously designed to optimize temperature control and minimize food spoilage, thereby reducing food waste and maximizing product freshness and quality. Environmental Sustainability: SolCold Namibia's solution promotes environmental sustainability by reducing reliance on fossil fuels and minimizing greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to efforts to combat climate change.

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adressera le produit/service de votre projet. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

Businesses in remote areas lacking reliable electricity for perishable storage Small-scale farmers with limited access to traditional cold storage infrastructure Food processing companies requiring off-grid refrigeration to maintain product freshness and quality. Community food banks and relief organizations needing cost-effective cold storage options for perishable donations

01.05 Quand avez-vous commencé à travailler sur votre projet ?

01/11/2023

01.06 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires sur votre projet en plus de vous ?

0

01.07 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

0

01.08 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre projet (compétences, expérience, etc.).

Not applicable

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01.10 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre projet ?

a) Énergie (équipements, services, énergie durable et fossiles)

02.01.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

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02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

By empowering small-scale farmers with affordable cold storage options, enabling them to preserve and sell more of their produce, thus increasing their income.

02.02.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

Minimizing food waste through reliable cold storage solutions, ensuring that perishable goods remain fresh and usable for longer periods. Supporting small-scale farmers and food producers with affordable cold storage options, enabling them to preserve their harvests and sell surplus produce to local markets. Enhancing food availability and access in underserved communities, particularly in remote areas where hunger and food insecurity are prevalent. Contributing to the overall resilience of food systems by reducing losses and increasing the efficiency of food supply chains, thus mitigating the risk of hunger during times of crisis or scarcity.

02.03.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

By maintaining optimal temperatures, these cold rooms can extend the shelf life of fresh produce. This means that fruits, vegetables, and other perishable goods stay fresher for longer periods, reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses and ensuring that people have access to nutritious food. With proper refrigeration, there's less chance of food spoiling due to exposure to heat or bacteria. This reduces food waste, which not only benefits the environment but also ensures that communities have a consistent and reliable food supply. Cold storage facilities can support local economies by enabling farmers and producers to store their products for longer periods, allowing them to sell when prices are higher or when demand is greater. This economic stability can contribute to overall community well-being and access to healthcare and other essential services.

02.04.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Éducaiton de Qualité'

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02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.05.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

2

02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.06.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.07.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

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02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

SolCold Namibia will directly contribute to ensuring access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all in several ways Solar power is a renewable energy source that is abundant and freely available, particularly in regions with ample sunlight. By harnessing solar energy to power the refrigeration units in the cold rooms, communities can reduce their dependence on fossil fuels and expensive grid electricity, making energy more affordable and sustainable. Solar energy is typically cheaper than conventional electricity generated from fossil fuels. Once the initial investment in solar panels and storage systems is made, the operational costs of solar-powered cold rooms are minimal. This reduction in operating costs makes refrigeration more affordable and accessible to farmers, small businesses, and communities, especially in remote or off-grid areas.

02.08.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

5

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

By providing reliable refrigeration infrastructure, solar-powered cold rooms support agricultural productivity and enhance the value chain for food production and distribution. This, in turn, stimulates economic growth by enabling farmers to store their produce for longer periods, reducing post-harvest losses, and accessing wider markets. The expansion of the agricultural and food industry creates employment opportunities across various sectors, including farming, transportation, food processing, and retail. Overall, solar-powered shipping container cold rooms have the potential to drive economic growth, create employment opportunities, and promote inclusive development by supporting agriculture, fostering entrepreneurship, enhancing market access, and building capacity in renewable energy and sustainable practices.

02.09.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovaiton et Infrastructure'

2

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.10.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

2

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.11.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

2

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.12.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsable'

2

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.13.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Luttle contre les Changements Climatiques'

2

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.14.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

2

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.15.01 Mon projetp contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

2

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.16.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

02.17.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

2

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet

05.01 Il existe un grand nombre de clients qui utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire à celui que nous envisageons de créer.

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05.02 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

4

05.03 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

4

05.04 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

05.05 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

6

05.06 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

05.07 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

4

05.08 Justification de mon projet

The idea of using shipping containers for solar-powered cold rooms is innovative in its utilization of existing resources, modularity, sustainability, accessibility, and promotion of entrepreneurship. It addresses critical challenges related to food preservation, energy access, and economic development, making it a creative and impactful solution for communities in Namibia.

05.09 Qui sont vos principaux potentiels concurrents et qu'est-ce qui vous différencie d'eux ?

My main competitors would be commercial refrigeration or cold storage facilities, cold transport companies and other solar product suppliers. To my knowledge however there is no business that will be providing the type of product I will be providing or with a similar business model as SolCold Namibia will implement.

10.06 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?

No