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Sen Power
Sen Power aims to distribute affordable and sustainable solar energy kits made from recycled materials to rural communities in Senegal that lack access to electricity. By repurposing used solar panels and batteries, we provide a cost-effective.
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Sen Power
Décrivez votre projet en quelques mots
Sen Power aims to distribute affordable and sustainable solar energy kits made from recycled materials to rural communities in Senegal that lack access to electricity. By repurposing used solar panels and batteries, we provide a cost-effective.
01.01 Décrivez votre projet en détail
Sen Power aims to tackle the challenge of rural electrification in Senegal, where numerous communities endure energy poverty. Our innovative solution entails the provision of affordable and environmentally sustainable solar kits crafted from recycled materials, notably repurposed solar panels and batteries. By harnessing solar energy and storing it efficiently in recycled batteries, our kits offer a reliable and cost-effective means of addressing the lighting and charging requirements of off-grid villages. Our approach not only promotes environmental sustainability by repurposing discarded materials but also empowers rural communities by providing access to clean and renewable energy sources. With an estimated 4 million people lacking access to electricity in rural Senegal, our solution targets this underserved demographic, aiming to enhance their quality of life and socio-economic opportunities.
01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?
the main problems we are trying to solve are: • High Upfront Costs: Many rural households cannot afford the initial investment in solar energy solutions. • Lack of Technical Knowledge: Villagers may lack the expertise to install and maintain solar systems. • Limited Distribution Channels: Rural areas are often hard to reach with traditional distribution methods.
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).
Sen Power targets rural communities in Senegal lacking access to electricity, estimated at 4 million people. Our primary beneficiaries are the residents of these off-grid villages, particularly those facing energy poverty. By providing affordable and sustainable solar kits, crafted from recycled materials, we aim to empower these communities with clean and renewable energy solutions. Our focus is on addressing the immediate energy needs of households for lighting and charging electronic devices, thereby enhancing their quality of life and socio-economic opportunities. The solutions to the problems stated above we are trying to solve are : • Use recycled materials to lower production costs and offer microfinancing options to make solar kits affordable. • Provide comprehensive training programs for local technicians and continuous support. • Partner with local NGOs and community organizations to leverage existing networks for distribution.
01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adressera le produit/service de votre projet. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?
we are targeting people living in rural areas in Senegal who lack access to electricity.
01.05 Quand avez-vous commencé à travailler sur votre projet ?
01/03/2024
01.06 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires sur votre projet en plus de vous ?
2
01.07 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?
1
01.08 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre projet (compétences, expérience, etc.).
All team members are recently graduated, ready to dedicate full-time efforts to the project, and have experience living and working in Senegal. I, the CEO has also started a venture in agribusiness field and organic cosmetics products. • Fatou SARR: Specialized in green hydrogen, renewable energy, and climate change, with a deep understanding of energy infrastructure. • Amadou Barry: Expertise in green hydrogen, solar energy and risk management, ensuring the technical feasibility and safety of our solutions. • Souleymane Mbaye: Focused on green hydrogen, bio-energy and circular economy, driving innovation in our product development.
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Non répondu01.10 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'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
we are propmoting local production and this enable more job creation in addition to job that are created in full time and part-time for selling the solar kits.
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
by enabling access to electricity, we facilitate villagers work to do their farmin as well as earn more income . thus they can aford more food for living.
02.03.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'
1 - Pas du tout d'accord
02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
most of them travel to nearby cities or villages that have access to electricity to charge their phone and some of them use lamps using petrolueum which emits harmful gases when burn. Meanwhile, our solar kits are carbon free and will improve well being in rural areas.
02.04.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Éducaiton de Qualité'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
in the villages we visited that lack access to electricity, students are strugling to review their lessons at night, making some of them drop school at early age. some parents also due to lack of electricity keep girls at home for looking for firewoods.
02.05.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
we are promoting women to stay at school by enbling access to electricity. our project also include an academy for strenghning women and girls in energy and climate tpica.
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'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
we provide affordable solar kits to imporve access to electricity in villages.
02.08.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
we create decent job and promote youth and women employment.
02.09.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovaiton et Infrastructure'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
we are working on a circular economy by recycling solar panels, batteries of cars, phones and solar systems for more suistanable cities as well as improve access to energy infrastructure.
02.10.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
Access to electricity, education and health are human right and without electricity, its burden and somewhat impossible to access them.
02.11.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
Our project create suistanabale cities by recycling and valorizing waste to enable access to electricity and create more decent jobs.
02.12.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsable'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
We take into account the effect of climate change and product after usage that is why we promote waste valorization.
02.13.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Luttle contre les Changements Climatiques'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
We participate on climate action through many ways: we valorize waste, provide access to clean energy, build capacity on climate and energy.
02.14.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'
1 - Pas du tout d'accord
02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
NA
02.15.01 Mon projetp contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
soil erosion, drought and flood are caused by greenhouse gas emission and our project aim is to reduce them.
02.16.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'
5
02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
we enable peace thorugh entrepreneurship, job creation and education.
02.17.01 Mon projet contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de mon projet
We will partner with the compagny working on waste management as well as environmental organization.
05.01 Il existe un grand nombre de clients qui utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire à celui que nous envisageons de créer.
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
05.02 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
05.03 Le produit/service que nous voulons créer pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie
5
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
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
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
7 - Tout à fait d'accord
05.08 Justification de mon projet
Sen Power stands at the forefront of innovation in the energy sector. Unlike existing products or services, our solar kits made from recycled materials present a novel approach to addressing energy poverty in rural areas. This innovative solution combines sustainability with affordability, filling a gap in the market for clean energy solutions tailored to underserved communities. By repurposing discarded materials, we introduce a new technology that revolutionizes the traditional model of energy provision. Our product responds directly to the unmet demand for accessible and eco-friendly energy solutions, marking a significant advancement in the renewable energy landscape.
05.09 Qui sont vos principaux potentiels concurrents et qu'est-ce qui vous différencie d'eux ?
Our main competitors in Senegal are TAKOUSSANE ENERGY, TOP ENERGIE SOLAIRE, and Techvert. Indirect competitors encompass traditional energy suppliers like SENELEC and diesel generator sellers. who provide mini solar grid systems to households. Sen Power uniquely focuses on creating solar kits from recycled materials, reducing production costs and environmental impact. We emphasize local assembly and training, ensuring sustainability and job creation. Our affordable solar kits, supported by microfinancing options, make renewable energy accessible to rural households. Partnering with local NGOs and community organizations, we tailor our solutions to the specific needs of Senegalese rural areas, fostering trust and engagement.
10.06 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?
Yes, I As a social entrepreneur, I am the co-founder and CEO of two impactful ventures: the Opportunities Path to Success online platform and FA BIO COSMETICS. The Opportunities Path to Success platform directly addresses the pressing issue of youth unemployment and educational access by providing a gateway to learning resources and employment opportunities. Through FA BIO COSMETICS, we engage organic farming of medicinal plants in agribusiness, utilizing organic products to promote health and sustainability. Our handmade organic cosmetics, including hair creams and beard oils, offer a natural alternative to chemical-laden products, supporting local organic farming initiatives and creating employment for seven individuals in Senegal. In addition to my entrepreneurial endeavors, my advocacy and activism in Internet governance, including projects focused on Internet of Things security and capacity-building, highlight my commitment to fostering digital inclusion and security.
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