Testing the feasibility of solar cooling for Kenyan dairy farmers
A pilot group of dairy farmers across three Kenyan counties have been testing the impact of solar refrigeration on reducing waste and milk spoilage. The three-month pilot showed dramatic reductions in product loss combined with increases in farm productivity and income. The pilot was run by our long-term partner SureChill.
SureChill fridge pilot
SureChill has more than a decade of experience in medical refrigeration, with more than 30,000 fridges installed in 75 countries. We have supported SureChill since 2020 to expand into the domestic and small business sectors. Our support is co-funded with UK aid from the UK government through the Transforming Energy Access platform. As part of the domestic and small business transition, 20 dairy farmers across Nakuru, Bomet and Kiambu counties piloted using the SureChill fridge and researchers tracked impact.
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