Should rainwater collection tanks be installed on rooftops in Somalia?

The assessment calls for the installation of 261,000 rainwater collection tanks to be mounted on rooftops. That would benefit 1.5 million people—or roughly one in 10 Somalis. It also recommends digging 300 boreholes and outfitting them with solar-powered pumps, allowing 25,000 rural households to tap into underground water supplies.

Can solar panels be used in Somalia?

Somalia's abundant sunlight makes it ideal for solar energy. Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, which can be used immediately or stored in batteries for later use. Our systems are designed to withstand Somalia's hot climate and perform efficiently even on cloudy days.

Why should I switch to solar energy in Somalia?

Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity, which can be used immediately or stored in batteries for later use. Our systems are designed to withstand Somalia's hot climate and perform efficiently even on cloudy days. What are the benefits of switching to solar energy for my home or business?

Could automated weather stations help prevent flash floods in Somalia?

Finally, the report suggested Somalia build out a network of 200 automated weather stations, which could help warn residents of impending flash floods. Experts say drip irrigation, which uses small tubes to deliver water directly into the roots of plants, could improve yields across 1,500 square kilometres of farmland.

Are solar water pumping systems sustainable?

Water scarcity is a significant challenge in many parts of Somalia, and our solar water pumping systems offer a sustainable solution to this pressing issue.

What can Somalia do about flash floods?

Drip irrigation, which uses small tubes to deliver water directly into the roots of plants, conserving supplies, could improve yields across 1,500 square kilometres of farmland. Finally, the report suggested Somalia build out a network of 200 automated weather stations, which could help warn residents of impending flash floods.