Hi John,

I'm writing this email from Uganda, where I just finished a meeting with
local climate activists who are eager to start work on the REPower Afrika
campaign.

We were discussing our plans for helping communities across Africa
transition away from fossil fuels and onto clean solar power by training
everyday people — many of whom are women — in solar installation and
maintenance.

Our goal for REPower Afrika is to build a skilled workforce within our
communities capable of supporting and expanding the renewable energy
sector.

This matters because as more people find employment in solar energy, the
economic reliance on fossil fuel industries decreases, accelerating the
transition to renewables.

And by increasing access to reliable and sustainable energy, we will also
enhance community resilience against climate disasters, allowing
communities to thrive and adapt to changing environmental conditions
without reverting to fossil fuel dependence.

But this is not the kind of campaign we can win on our own. We are
counting on people like you,
John, to support however you can.

Which is why I am asking:

[ [link removed] ]Can you please make a
$3.50
donation today so we can launch the REPower Afrika
campaign on July 18? Every contribution made today will be TRIPLED by a
generous donor.

Here's exactly what your support will mean for the work of 350.org and
activists like me:

Community Engagement and Education: I work closely with local communities
to raise awareness about the benefits of solar energy. This involves
organizing workshops, training sessions, and outreach programs to educate
people about the technology and its advantages.

[ [link removed] ]Children studying with lights

Training and Capacity Building: One of my primary focuses is on training
individuals, particularly women, in the installation and maintenance of
solar systems. This not only provides them with valuable skills but also
promotes gender equality and economic empowerment.

[ [link removed] ]Building solar panels

Partnership Development: I collaborate with various stakeholders,
including government agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners, to
foster partnerships that support the implementation and scaling of solar
projects. These collaborations help to secure funding, resources, and
technical expertise.

[ [link removed] ]Putting solar panels on the roof

Project Implementation: I oversee the planning and execution of solar
projects, ensuring they are effectively implemented and meet the needs of
the communities. This involves site assessments, installation supervision,
and post-installation support.

[ [link removed] ]Building solar panels

Advocacy and Policy Influence: I advocate for policies that support
renewable energy development and work to influence governmental and
institutional policies to create a favorable environment for solar energy
adoption. Through these efforts, my goal is to contribute to a sustainable
energy future for Africa, where communities have access to clean,
reliable, and affordable energy, improving their quality of life and
resilience to climate change.

[ [link removed] ]Women and children with solar panels

Working directly with communities around the world to build and sustain
our own renewable energy is the only way we are going to turn things
around for our planet before it's too late. But I cannot do it by myself,
so I am asking:

[ [link removed] ]Can you contribute
$3.50
— or whatever you can afford — so we can help communities transition away
from fossil fuels and onto renewable energy? Every contribution made today
will be TRIPLE MATCHED by a generous donor.

Thank you for chipping in what you can today. Your support means real
impact and real resources for activists like me.

Onwards,

Edwin on behalf of the REPower Afrika activists

[ [link removed] ]Edwin Mumbere




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