SayPro, in partnership with the United States Peace Corps, is advancing rural electrification by supporting clean energy projects that are managed by local communities. SayPro identifies off-grid villages and helps implement solar, wind, and biogas systems designed to meet their energy needs. Peace Corps volunteers work alongside SayPro to train community members in system maintenance and energy management. SayPro believes access to clean energy is essential for education, health, and economic development in rural areas.
SayPro focuses on empowering local youth and women by involving them in every stage of the clean energy projects. Peace Corps volunteers support SayPro by hosting workshops that teach solar panel installation, battery maintenance, and energy safety. SayPro ensures that each participant gains hands-on experience and becomes a resource for their community. These initiatives create local employment and build skills that foster economic self-reliance.
SayPro also helps establish energy cooperatives to manage and distribute power equitably among households. Peace Corps volunteers guide these cooperatives in creating transparent rules, monitoring energy use, and reinvesting profits into the community. SayPro links cooperatives with microfinance institutions and development grants for expansion. Through these sustainable models, SayPro is ensuring long-term community control and energy independence.
SayPro measures success through increased household access to electricity, reduced reliance on kerosene, and improved community services like lighting in clinics and schools. Peace Corps volunteers support SayPro in tracking usage and resolving technical issues. By working together, SayPro and the Peace Corps are delivering clean, affordable energy that transforms rural lives while protecting the environment.