Raising Awareness of Productive Uses of Electricity in Targeted Communities and Support the Enlightened Junior Youth Campaign: Increased Access to Electricity and Renewable Energy Production (IAEREP)

Description of project:

The overall object is to increase access to clean, reliable and affordable energy and renewable energy production in Zambia

Expected Results

eIncreased awareness and increased use of Energy Efficiency and Renewal Energy technology solutions in targeted communities at all levels
Improved Energy Efficiency and reduction of energy costs in production
Increased youth involvement and knowledge in the energy the sector
Improved Energy Efficiency literacy levels among youth and girls at household level
Sensitization on the correct use electricity, including safety measures
Reduced deforestation given that many households still use biomass for their energy needs
Description of Actual Services Provided by Company Staff:

Collate and disseminate information on various Renewal Energy / Energy Efficiency technologies
Pilot strategies on the promotion of productive use of Renewal Energy /Energy Efficiency solutions in rural areas
Organise and conduct awareness campaigns on Renewal Energy /Energy Efficiency with the involvement of NGOs/CBOs targeting energy service provides, local authorities and business associations as decision makers
Produce and distribute promotional items such as branded rulers, calendars, pens, t-shirts, exercise books with energy tips for youth campaign at schools in urban centres and demonstration sites
Facilitate the production of lesson materials/ factsheets explaining different Renewal Energy technologies for physics classes and explaining ‘what is electricity?’
Organise meaningful competitions to identify energy champions at schools, support the establishment of environmental clubs and distribute meaningful prizes
Promote best practices