News about cooling and cold chain
- Sharanjeet Kaur
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As temperatures soar and energy access lags, urgent action is needed to build heat resilience and protect vulnerable communities across Africa
- Liya Bensy Thomas, Senior Project Manager, Energy Saving Trust, Co-Secretariat of the Efficiency for Access Coalition
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Since 2021, the Efficiency for Access Research and Development Fund has supportedthe social enterprise, Adili Solar Hubs, to establish a cold chain in Lake Turkana, Kenya.
Adili Solar Hubs is a social enterprise dedicated to transforming the fish value chain in Kenya.
- Sarah Hambly, Jakub Vrba, Stuart Walker, and Victor Torres
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World Refrigeration Day (26 June) is an excellent opportunity to reflect on the role of refrigeration in ensuring inclusive and sustainable development across the globe, and on the expertise required to design systems that are both effective and environmentally friendly.
- Energy Catalyst
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Sustainable cooling solutions not only improve quality of life for these communities, but also play a vital role in supporting small businesses and uplifting standards of living. Access to cooling is critical in reducing food waste and strengthens health services by enabling the safe storage of vaccines, medication, and blood.
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- Science Nigeria
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The Nigerian government has launched the Abating Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Obsolete Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (AGORA) Equipment Project, aiming to establish energy-efficient and climate-friendly cooling and refrigeration technologies as the standard.
- Tamara Mahoney
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At a bustling market in the Iyana Ipaja area of Lagos, close to the Otta border, Adegoke Tolulope Salimot is taking orders for fish and other produce from customers at her frozen food stall. She has plenty in stock for the day and the week ahead, so her focus is on making sales and customer service.
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- The Africa Logistics
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This article delves into the current state of vaccine cold chain management in Africa, explores challenges, and highlights innovative solutions aimed at reducing wastage to improve health outcomes.
- Efficiency for Access
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Drawing from the best available data and refined analytical techniques, this section outlines the game changers that could catalyze significant growth in this sector over the next decade.