What is Solar Buddy, the organization that lights up lives around the world ?

Solar Buddy is an international social impact organization committed to eradicating energy poverty around the world. Operating in Australia, the Pacific, Southeast Asia, and sub-Saharan Africa, it implements regional programs that provide sustainable solar solutions to isolated communities.

By replacing harmful energy sources such as kerosene lamps, Solar Buddy enables children to study after dark, families to live in a healthier environment, and communities to develop while protecting the planet for future generations.

The organization holds a strong belief : access to energy is a fundamental human right, and no one should be left in the dark.

Since 2016, Solar Buddy has :

• Distributed over 301,000 solar solutions
• Reached 1.87 million lives
• Created over 2 million hours of study time
• Avoided over 385,000 tons of CO₂ emissions

Targeted global action

Combating energy poverty is essential: more than 660 million people live without electricity and 2.1 billion still use polluting fuels for cooking. Solar Buddy is responding to this challenge with programs tailored to each region :

• Pacific Program : solar solutions + educational and economic initiatives for island communities.
• Southeast Asia Program : electrification of remote areas where the grid is non-existent or inaccessible.
• Sub-Saharan Africa Program : response to the region most affected by energy poverty, where 85% of the population has no access to electricity.
• Illuminating Communities (Australia) : solar lighting and STEM workshops to improve education and safety.
• Disaster Response : portable solar solutions for disaster areas, restoring light and emergency charging.

The link between Solar Buddy and our Hour of Power activity

Teams Connect’s Hour of Power activity is directly inspired by Solar Buddy’s mission. For one hour, your employees work together to assemble solar lamps. It is an immersive experience that combines team building, creativity, and a tangible positive impact. Each lamp made is sent to a child in need, accompanied by a personal message from your company.

Why choose team building with Solar Buddy ?

• Contribute directly to a concrete, socially responsible project.
• Strengthen cohesion and motivation within your teams.
• Raise awareness among your employees about global energy issues.
• Associate your company with an initiative that has a significant social and environmental impact.

Want to join us ?

By choosing Hour of Power, you are offering your teams much more than just a fun activity. You are participating in a global movement for a brighter and fairer future. To find out more about this organization and its activities around the world, visit the official website : www.solarbuddy.org