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E-mobility in Sub-Saharan Africa: Electric Two Wheelers Gaining Momentum

CleanTech Group

The term micromobility, for most, conjures up the image of electric scooters and bike-sharing programs that have become ubiquitous across most of Europe. The post E-mobility in Sub-Saharan Africa: Electric Two Wheelers Gaining Momentum appeared first on Cleantech Group.

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Two- and three-wheel EVs delivering more emissions reduction than cars

Charged

In India, Hero MotoCorp offers an electric scooter for under $1,800. His company operates some 60 electric motorcycle taxis, locally known as boda-bodas , on the roads in Nairobi. There’s a quiet revolution now in Kenya driving this transformation for the future.” Ride-sharing companies such as Ola are beginning to electrify.

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? Alterra’s $30B bridge for climate financing #176

Climate Tech VC

Near-term commitments include 6 GW of clean energy in India alongside considerations for wind and solar in Africa and rural electrification in Latin America. 🛵 Baaz Bikes , a New Delhi, India-based electric scooter manufacturer, raised $8M in Series A funding from Big Capital, Rakuten Capital, Kalaari Capital, and 9Unicorns.

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? Africa’s inaugural climate summit #165

Climate Tech VC

The summit also sought to highlight Africa as a destination for climate investments, rather than viewing the continent as predominantly a victim of droughts, famines, and floods. More domestic refining and processing of the raw materials for batteries and other critical mineral deposits located in Africa.

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Our insider's guide to NYCW

Climate Tech VC

In other news, federal interest rate cuts and holds; airlines dropping decarbonization targets; and South Africa's new climate change laws.   Helios Investment Partners , a London, UK-based investment firm, held a first close of its $200m fund that invests in Africa-based climate solutions.  Thanks for reading!

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Bboxx & Radiant Yacu Partner To Launch Insurance Package For Electric Motorcycles In Rwanda

CleanTechnica

The electric motorcycle sector in East Africa is starting to flourish. A first-of-its-kind offering, Bboxx Protect, offers extensive protection to electric motorbike users and significant savings of over 40%. Kenya is the largest market for motorcycles, with over 2 million internal combustion motorcycles on the road, and we are now.

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Roam & ENERGICA Partner To Expand Electric Motorcycle Charging Network With 10 New Solar-Powered Hubs

CleanTechnica

Accelerating the transition to electric motorcycles in Kenya could unlock efficiencies across the energy system, cut down fossil fuel imports, and provide additional revenues for Kenya’s utility company. I have been covering developments in Kenya’s electric vehicle segment for over 7 years now. A lot has happened in that time.