Yenso Solar

Yenso Solar Yenso Solar is a social venture created by BYU students, committed to providing affordable solar lighting to rural and urban slum areas in Ghana.

An estimated 600 million individuals in sub-Saharan Africa light their homes using kerosene lamps. These lamps are dim, cost a minimum of $35 per year to keep fueled, create dangerous indoor air quality, and cause fires that can injure families. The problem is particularly acute in rural Africa, where kerosene rates can be 35 percent higher than in urban areas. Alternatives, such as batteries and

candles, are similarly expensive. Solar lamps provide up to fifteen times more illumination than kerosene lamps. They cost $15–$40 per unit and pay for themselves in less than a year for most households. Families switching from kerosene to solar lamps can see household incomes increase by 15 to 30 percent, and they can double the number of available study hours for children. Solar lamps will also reduce safety hazards and improve indoor air quality. We are a team of BYU students, dedicated to making the world a better, brighter place by providing affordable solar lighting to Ghanaians in rural and slum areas. Composed of former service missionaries from Africa, North America, and Asia, our diverse experience gives us a unique angle on international humanitarianism. We are currently competing in the Ballard Center “Y-Prize” competition for funding to support our social venture. We will also be launching a crowdfunding campaign to raise additional funds.

04/11/2018

From Frying Chicken Patties to Meeting Village Chiefs In 2015, I returned from an LDS Mission in Kobe, Japan and struggled to find meaning in my day-to-day classes and job at Chik-Fil-A. While...

Applications are still open till February 20th! If you are looking for an unmatchable international experience- check ou...
02/16/2017

Applications are still open till February 20th! If you are looking for an unmatchable international experience- check out the opportunities!

Energize. Rural Ghanaians. Out of Poverty.

Friends! Have you ever wanted to work abroad? Would you like to make a difference? Gain valuable experience? Yenso Solar...
02/02/2017

Friends! Have you ever wanted to work abroad? Would you like to make a difference? Gain valuable experience? Yenso Solar is seeking interns!

Great things are coming for Yenso Solar in Ghana! Stay tuned for big news ☀️ Sun King
09/08/2016

Great things are coming for Yenso Solar in Ghana! Stay tuned for big news ☀️ Sun King

Can't you tell we love it here, and love what we get to do? (P.S. Don't forget to follow our page on Instagram!) . ...
06/02/2016

Can't you tell we love it here, and love what we get to do? (P.S. Don't forget to follow our page on Instagram!)

. Sun King.

Miss our latest blog post?? Here it is! Trust us, you'll want to know the answer to this question. More photos coming s...
06/02/2016

Miss our latest blog post?? Here it is! Trust us, you'll want to know the answer to this question. More photos coming soon!

Hired some more sellers today! We are all happy and excited as ever to bring more lights to people's homes!
05/19/2016

Hired some more sellers today! We are all happy and excited as ever to bring more lights to people's homes!

In addition to Solar Lighting, we're bringing the joy of selfies!Cole T Rosenberg Harrison Riehle
05/18/2016

In addition to Solar Lighting, we're bringing the joy of selfies!

Cole T Rosenberg Harrison Riehle

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