Humans have utilized renewable sources for centuries, even millennia. For example, wind power has been used to power ships, grain mills, and water pumps since ancient times. While solar panel technology is a more recent invention, the sun’s power has been harnessed through glass and mirrors to light fire for centuries. And our use of…
This article was featured this week in Nigeria’s news publication, Business Day. Business Day (Nigeria)
Without access to power, agriculture can be an uphill battle—literally. For instance, pumping water uphill to irrigate fields becomes an arduous task that relies on heavy labour. In turn, this reduces the yield capacity, increases costs per acre, and can lead to poor quality products. In many rural areas of sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), access to…
It takes a lot to change social norms that have existed for thousands of years. Gender equality is no exception. Although we’ve come a long way in the past few decades, there’s a long road left to travel to close the equality gap. WATT’s Sustainable Development Goals At WATT Renewables, we understand the impact our…
The Future is Bright In an age of globalization, it’s easy to forget what’s in your own backyard. Clean and sustainable energy is an international goal; it’s also a goal that’s playing out in a specific way in Canada. Thanks to our large and diverse geography, Canada has access to vast natural resources that…
Kano, Sabon Gari ~Written by Naomi Mbakwe ~ The full equality of rights and opportunities between men and women is fundamental to our human society. Gender equality is essential for peaceful societies and the exploration of full human potential. In addition, when women are empowered, it ensures growth of the economy as well as productivity.…