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Who is JAZA energy?

Jaza Energy, one of this year's Keeling Curve Prize winners in the Energy category, gives us an example. Jaza's germination began when Jeff Schnurr, CEO and Founder of Jaza Energy, was planting trees in Tanzania. Through that work, Jeff experienced how people can create widespread environmental change.

How many JAZA energy hubs are there?

Today, Jaza operates almost 100 energy hubs serving nearly 40,000 people with some 55,000 portable lithium powered battery packs. By the end of the year, Jeff hopes to serve 100,000 people. A Jaza Energy Hub In 2021, Jeff sees Jaza expanding its services to Nigeria and Uganda, but their long-term goal is much broader.

What is JAZA & how does it work?

Jaza’s solution targets the largest underserved market on the planet with the fastest growing population. Their centrally-located, solar powered battery charging hubs reduce GHG emissions while providing safe and consistent energy without centralized grid infrastructure.

How can JAZA Help Africa?

Jaza can enable these areas to leapfrog from no energy access straight to clean energy. "Our job won't be done until 600 million people are powered by Jaza" Jeff asserts. While the fundamental goal is to address climate change by eliminating emissions in rural Africa, Jaza's energy hubs are doing so much more for these communities.

Why should you choose JAZA?

Their centrally-located, solar powered battery charging hubs reduce GHG emissions while providing safe and consistent energy without centralized grid infrastructure. By empowering both their employees and customers, Jaza is able to foster long-term relationships with all members of the communities they operate in.

Can JAZA help the Earth?

The earth just can't tolerate a population that size electrifying the way that previous populations have. Jaza can enable these areas to leapfrog from no energy access straight to clean energy. "Our job won't be done until 600 million people are powered by Jaza" Jeff asserts.