Natfort Investments

From Sun to Ice: Productive Solar Freezers in Zimbabwe  

This project will introduce Amped Innovation’s solar fridge to small-scale horticulture farmers and women cooperatives. The solar fridge, EasyFreeze100, utilises an efficient phase change material battery, which is more cost-effective than a lithium battery, and incorporates PAYG technology. The fridge can function as both a fridge and freezer, making it versatile for various small business needs.

Outcome and Impact

The project aims to sell 280 fridge solutions, creating enhanced energy access for PUE purposes to 896 people. On an annual basis, 58 tCO2e will be reduced and 184 MWh of clean electricity will be generated. Natfort Investments plans to create 40 temporary and 33 permanent jobs, with 66% of leadership positions filled by women. Savings on energy-related expenditure is estimated to be EUR 53K. The success of this project is expected to stimulate the nascent small-scale cold-chain market in Zimbabwe.