Why does Somalia need a cold & freezing storage facility?

The agricultural sector suffers from up to 40% post-harvest losses, affecting productivity and contributing to high food prices. SOMCOOL is revolutionizing the storage and preservation of perishable goods in Somalia with our innovative off-grid, solar-powered cold and freezing storage facilities.

Why is energy a problem in Somalia?

Somalia faces significant food insecurity, further worsened by the loss of perishable goods. Over 95% of energy installations in Somalia use hydrocarbons, hindering the adoption of sustainable, renewable cold storage solutions. Energy can cost as much as $1/Kwh

Why is energy so expensive in Somalia?

Over 95% of energy installations in Somalia use hydrocarbons, hindering the adoption of sustainable, renewable cold storage solutions. Energy can cost as much as $1/Kwh The agricultural sector suffers from up to 40% post-harvest losses, affecting productivity and contributing to high food prices.

How does cold storage affect the food supply chain in Somalia?

In Somalia, a nation facing harsh climates and food scarcity, the nearly non-existent cold storage chain severely affects vital contributors to the food supply chain, including smallholder farmers, fishermen, and wholesalers.

What are the components of Mogadishu solar project?

The project will invest in the following: Component 1: Distributed Renewable Energy (DRE) with Solar PV(SPV) and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the capital city of Mogadishu and other major load centers in the Federal Members States (FMS).

What did the DG say about the energy crisis in Somalia?

The DG emphasized the commitment of the Somali government to collaborate with internal institutions, such as the World Bank, and engage private investments to reduce electricity prices in the country.