Market Development of solar dryers and its products for poverty reduction in Ukerewe District
Solar drying is promoted because of its importance in reducing post-harvest losses particularly for perishable products like fish, fruits and vegetables. Solar dried products can be transported to markets where demand is high. The main objective is to promote and disseminate solar drying technology and its products through awareness creation, training, developing local commercial markets and creating synergies with other stakeholders in solar drying industry.
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Project Snapshot
Grantee:
Tanzania Traditional Energy Dev. & Environment Organization
Country:
Tanzania
Area Of Work:
Climate Change Mitigation
Grant Amount:
US$ 37,136.00
Co-Financing Cash:
US$ 2,000.00
Co-Financing in-Kind:
US$ 1,800.00
Project Number:
TAN/04/06
Status:
Satisfactorily Completed
Project Characteristics and Results
Emphasis on Sustainable Livelihoods
Drying of fish and vegetables adds value to the products. This increases income, which leads to improve livelihoods.
Notable Community Participation
Local communities are involved in the training of drying fish and vegetables by using solar technology.
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SGP Country office contact
Mr. Faustine Donald Ninga
Email:
Ms. Stella Zaarh
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Address
UN House, P.O. Box 9182, PSSSF Commercial Complex, Sam Nujoma Road, Kinondoni.
Dar es Salaam, Dar es salaam Region, 255-22
Dar es Salaam, Dar es salaam Region, 255-22
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