Causes: Economic Development, Energy Resources Conservation & Development, Environment, International, International Economic Development, Microfinance, Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, Rural Economic Development

Mission: The Solar Electric Light Fund (SELF) develops and deploys solar solutions to combat poverty and fight climate change.

Results: Since 1990, SELF has completed rural electrification projects in dozens of countries. The benefits of these solar projects begin at implementation but go well beyond. Energy access fuels a chain reaction, improving access to clean water and food security, education, healthcare, and economic opportunities.

Target demographics: The nearly one billion people living without electricity

Geographic areas served: International

Programs: The Solar Electric Light Fund (SELF) implements innovative solar energy programs to address our greatest global challenges. By using solar energy as a catalyst, SELF programs power sustainable food production, healthcare initiatives, and other efforts that permanently change life for communities living in energy poverty.