Tackling Energy Poverty
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Issues in Focus
The non-profit Lifeline Energy works primarily in sub-Saharan Africa. We work across many disciplines and with a focus on addressing the pressing energy needs of women, orphans and vulnerable children, that confine the poorest to a cycle of poverty.The Millennium Development Goals agreed to by 185 nations are incorporated throughout our work. In partnership with international and local alliances, our efforts result in grassroots ownership of initiatives in eight key areas:
Agriculture
Agriculture is at the heart of African economies, with more than 85% of all Africans earning their living through agriculture.
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Education
More than 40 million children in Africa do not have access to education.
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Emergencies
Access to information is critical during a complex emergency and in its aftermath.
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Enterprise
About one in two people survive on less than $1 a day in Africa.
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Environment
The main energy sources used by the poor – wood, candles, kerosene and disposable batteries – are all harmful to the environment.
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Health
Reliable, credible information and education is paramount in reducing disease.
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Information
Information is a key element in reducing poverty.
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Peacemaking
The value of information is so high in sub-Saharan Africa that Lifeline Energy radios have even been used to persuade people to give up their weapons.
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