SayPro, in partnership with the United States Peace Corps, is advancing community-driven renewable energy projects that empower local residents to lead the transition to clean power. SayPro believes that renewable energy solutions such as solar, wind, and biogas can be most effective when designed and maintained by the people who use them. Through workshops, SayPro trains local technicians to install and manage systems, ensuring that communities are not dependent on external companies. Peace Corps volunteers assist in knowledge-sharing and help coordinate between stakeholders. SayPro also works to ensure these projects are affordable and culturally appropriate, helping communities adopt clean energy without sacrificing tradition or accessibility. By putting ownership in the hands of the community, SayPro creates long-term energy independence that supports environmental sustainability and strengthens social resilience.
SayPro focuses its renewable energy efforts on areas with limited or no access to the electricity grid. Many communities rely on harmful and expensive fuels like kerosene or diesel generators. SayPro introduces solar lanterns, solar-powered water pumps, and microgrids that provide light, power, and communication access. Peace Corps volunteers assist in identifying the most pressing local needs and in designing context-specific energy solutions. SayPro also provides financial literacy training and micro-loans so that families and cooperatives can afford these systems. The result is cleaner air, improved health, and better educational outcomes, as children are able to study after dark. SayPro believes energy is a basic right and a cornerstone of development—and that renewable sources are the key to equitable progress.
SayPro encourages community ownership of energy cooperatives that allow residents to govern how power is generated and distributed. Through local committees trained in leadership and finance, communities decide priorities—such as powering schools, clinics, or small businesses. Peace Corps volunteers support capacity-building efforts to ensure transparency and efficiency. SayPro emphasizes gender inclusion in these projects, ensuring that women are part of decision-making roles. These energy projects also create jobs for youth in installation, maintenance, and entrepreneurship. SayPro fosters innovation by encouraging communities to design their own energy-saving appliances and repurpose old equipment. The results are systems that reflect local needs and values while contributing to climate change mitigation. SayPro’s approach helps people become both consumers and creators of clean energy solutions.
SayPro evaluates success through the number of households reached, the reliability of systems, and community satisfaction. Clean energy has enabled clinics to refrigerate vaccines, businesses to operate longer hours, and schools to integrate digital tools. Peace Corps volunteers collect feedback, helping SayPro adapt and scale the model to other regions. SayPro is not just installing systems—it’s changing mindsets about ownership, responsibility, and sustainability. This partnership with the United States Peace Corps proves that clean energy is not just a global goal—it’s a local opportunity. SayPro remains committed to lighting the path toward a greener, more inclusive future where power truly lies in the hands of the people.