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The Renewable Energy for Agri-Food Industry (REAFI) project addresses critical challenges in Burkina Faso, an agriculture-dependent nation where less than 5% of agricultural products are processed locally in rural areas like Oubriyaoghin. Women, who make up 50% of the agricultural workforce, struggle with limited resources and economic opportunities, prompting the formation of the Neblanaaba Women’s Cooperative in 2015. Despite receiving a diesel-powered multifunctional platform in 2018, the cooperative faces environmental, health, and operational challenges, highlighting the need for sustainable solutions to enhance climate resilience and economic empowerment.
Objectifs spécifiques
- Revive the cooperative’s activities by hybridizing the existing electrical system with solar energy.
- Train 30 women in producing alternative fuels from agricultural residues to reduce pressure on forest resources.
- Train 30 cooperative members in soilless farming techniques to enhance agricultural productivity.
- Equip 30 women with skills in financial intelligence, accounting management, and marketing to strengthen their economic independence.
Résultats
Sustainable Energy Access
A 5.7 kW solar hybrid system powers the cooperative’s agro-processing machines, reducing reliance on diesel and improving environmental and health conditions.
Empowered Women
30 women are trained in producing alternative fuels, soilless farming, and financial management, enhancing their skills, income, and economic independence.
Reduced Post-Harvest Losses
Women are equipped with solar drying techniques, minimizing food losses and improving food security in the community.
Climate Resilience and Environmental Benefits
The project reduces deforestation, lowers carbon emissions, and strengthens the cooperative’s capacity to adapt to climate change through sustainable practices.
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