SOLAR LIGHTING FROM WASTE

For some small businesses, this is disastrous because it cuts the working days short. For others, it means relying on expensive generators to guarantee continuous power – and working hours.
Entrepreneur Dozie Igweilo has come up with a solution which not only keeps the lights on but reduces waste and emissions all at once.
His business, QuadLoop, recycles parts from old electricals to produce low-cost solar lamps, made in Nigeria.

How does QuadLoop recycle e-waste?
To create its products, the company uses lithium batteries from dumped old laptops and places them in the lanterns. It also utilises wires, screws and screens – which are used for the casing of the solar units.
Each unit is sold for €32. They are used mainly by small businesses that need to stay productive during power outages.
Because the lamps are mostly created with second life wares, they only come with a one year warranty, but also a chance to get their batteries replaced

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  • July 18, 2024 at 10:21 pm
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