Research
Agro-Industries and Clean Energy in Africa (AGRICEN)
Advancing sustainable agro-industries and clean energy solutions across Africa
AGRICEN is a comprehensive research initiative focused on the intersection of agricultural development and clean energy access in Africa. This multi-year project explores innovative approaches to integrating renewable energy solutions within agricultural value chains, enabling sustainable rural development and economic growth.
Client
University College London (UCL)
Year
2015-2019
Duration
48 months
Location
Ethiopia and East Africa
Project Visual
Agro-Industries and Clean Energy in Africa (AGRICEN)
Visual representation of our work in Ethiopia and East Africa under the research pillar.
Objectives
- Investigate renewable energy opportunities in agricultural processing
- Assess the financial viability of clean energy systems in agro-industries
- Demonstrate the potential of agro-industries in Ethiopia (and the wider region of Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, and Malawi) to use clean energy
- Develop a roadmap for scaling up clean energy in agro-industries
Outcomes
- Comprehensive assessment of energy needs in agricultural sectors
- Pilot projects demonstrating viable agro-energy solutions
- Policy recommendations for renewable energy integration
- Detailed mapping and assessment of current energy uses and future energy plans across Ethiopian agro-industries