Developing countries will account for an increasing share of energy demand by 2030, rising from 30% of global consumption in 2000 to 43% in 2030. Despite this, in 2030, North America, with a population of around 390 million, will still consume more energy than China and India combined, with 2.9 billion inhabitants. The difference will be even more striking in electricity consumption. Developing countries will consume almost five times less electricity per capita in 2030 than OECD countries.
Source : Croix Rouge
The projects that caught our attention perfectly combine the four pillars of sustainable development:
economic, social, environmental and institutional.
To improve access to energy in the Androy and Anosy regions, Fondem launched the BORÉALE program, aimed at electrifying 7 villages using photovoltaic solar power plants. Each locality, with concentrated housing and strong solar potential, will benefit from a technical solution with an associated network. To ensure sustainability, a financial plan imposes a monthly fee on subscribers. Local operators will be selected and trained to manage the service.
Biogas is a combustible gas obtained by fermenting animal waste in a sealed tank, used for cooking and hot water. The fermented material serves as a natural soil for crops, allowing waste to be managed and recovered. This project, located in the Hassan and Chikkaballapur districts of Karnataka, India, has three objectives: to combat climate change by replacing fossil fuels, to improve the conditions of women and children in rural areas with clean energy, and to recover animal waste to produce biogas and quality compost. More than 100,000 tonnes of CO2 equivalent have been avoided thanks to this project.
Responsible travel in the Indian Ocean allows you to discover this region, as well as its people and culture, in an authentic way. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the way of life of the inhabitants and deepen your knowledge of the neighboring countries.