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Solar wells to address the problem of drought, a woman cleaning a solar energy panel.

Raphael Pouget / Climate Visuals Countdown2019-08-26

United Nations Climate Change Conference COP26

United Nations Climate Change Conference COP26
Glasgow, United Kingdom

In the Fulani village of Hore Mondji, located in southern Mauritania on the banks of the Senegal River, a women's cooperative uses solar energy to operate the borehole that supplies water to the market garden. A project piloted by UNICEF in partnership with local authorities. In a country heavily impacted by drought, solar energy represents an inexhaustible source of energy for the production of fruits, vegetables and aromatic plants (such as okra, carrots, mint, peppers, eggplants or tomatoes) for local consumption as well as for sale in the markets of neighboring towns. The women of the cooperative thus have a regular income as well as a rich variety of fruits and vegetables that promote dietary diversification and the well-being of their children.

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  • Title: Solar wells to address the problem of drought, a woman cleaning a solar energy panel.
  • Creator: Raphael Pouget / Climate Visuals Countdown
  • Date Created: 2019-08-26
  • Location Created: Hore Mondji, Mauritania
  • Rights: Download and use this image.
United Nations Climate Change Conference COP26

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