Why NGOs are switching to solar power in crisis zones
For years humanitarian aid operations have relied on diesel generators — which are costly, logistically complex, and environmentally damaging — as the main source of power in operations. Now, a growing number of humanitarian NGOs are replacing these machines with solar power or solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Why? Because solar energy offers a better way forward: it is more sustainable, more affordable over time, and easier to deploy in hard-to-reach areas.
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- Collaboration
How innovation-friendly procurement can make humanitarian aid more sustainable
Procurement may not be the most glamorous function in humanitarian operations — but it is one of the most powerful. As crises grow in complexity and urgency, the systems behind aid delivery must evolve. At the heart of this transformation lies a quiet revolution: innovation-friendly procurement.
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Solar lamp repair & e-waste management in Cox’s Bazar Kutupalong refugee camp
In the heart of the world's largest refugee camp, access to reliable solar energy is more than a convenience — it is a lifeline. Cox's Bazar's Kutupalong settlement, home to nearly one million Rohingya refugees, faces ongoing challenges from a long-running humanitarian crisis and increasingly frequent climate-related disasters. Recognising this, BRIGHT has made it a priority to improve access to sustainable solar lighting and energy in the camp by talking with end-users, understanding the e-waste challenge in the settlement, and by providing hands-on training on solar lamp repair.
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- Quality
BRIGHT attains ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 certifications
At BRIGHT we always strive to deliver quality and sustainability to our customers across the globe. Today, we are thrilled to announce a major milestone on this journey: the successful attainment of ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications. These globally recognized standards reinforce BRIGHT Product’s unwavering commitment to excellence, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement.
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- Sustainability
- Stories
- Humanitarian
SunBell: first solar lantern categorized as a UNHCR core relief item
Access to light and mobile charging is a critical basic need for people forced to flee their homes. Since 2014, over 4 million SunBell solar lamps with built-in phone chargers have been distributed globally, transforming the lives of displaced families by offering safe, clean, and reliable lighting.
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How does a solar panel work?
The Sun is 4.6 billion years old and an abundant source of clean and renewable energy, hitting the Earth with the equivalent output of around 1000 watts per m2 on a cloudless day. We can now easily convert solar energy into electricity thanks to solar panels. But how exactly do they work?
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How SunBell solar lamps are lighting up rural communities in Kenya: Esther's story
In 2020, Esther, a small-scale farmer in rural Kenya, received one of 2,000 SunBell solar lamps from BRIGHT through Yara’s Action Africa Initiative. Like many others, Esther had relied on kerosene lamps for years, enduring the health risks and high costs associated with them. Thanks to SunBell, she no longer needs to walk long distances to access electricity to charger her mobile phone or purchase expensive fuel to light her home.
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- Sustainability
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Replace disposable batteries with solar energy
Every year, billions of disposable batteries are used once and discarded, polluting our environment. But what if one solar lamp could replace thousands of those batteries? With BRIGHT's innovative solar-powered products, that future is within reach.
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Lighting the way: How solar lamps transform life in refugee camps
Providing core relief non-food items is essential for families and individuals forced to flee their homes, often with nothing but the clothes on their backs. While plastic sheets, blankets, kitchen sets, and soap are vital, one item often overlooked but equally life-changing is light. Imagine navigating daily life without it. In refugee camps around the world, the absence of lighting after sunset can turn already difficult conditions into dangerous ones. Discover how solar lamps make an impact in these settings.
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