Solar kits are changing what disaster relief looks like
Families displaced by conflict are using portable solar panels to power essential needs like phone charging, cooking, and studying. In one camp in Bangladesh, a single family has been relying on these solar kits for six years. The panels also provide relief from the heat.
Why it's good news: It shows how simple technology can greatly improve the lives of people affected by disaster.
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