The EDEA Foundation
Energy is: “…the golden thread that connects economic growth, social equity and an environment that allows the world to thrive.” (UN, 2012) as eloquently described by UN Secretary General, Ban-Ki-moon.
The EDEA Foundation is the philanthropic heart of the EDEA Energy Group, dedicated to bringing sustainable energy solutions to the forefront and addressing both immediate and long-term community needs for a healthier planet.
While EDEA Energy focuses on Defence and Telecommunications industry solutions, the EDEA Foundation focuses on:
- Promoting renewable energy, encouraging the adoption of clean renewable energy sources for long-term environmental sustainability.
- Enhancing energy independence by deploying modern energy solutions to help communities reduce reliance on non-renewable sources.
- Overcoming geographical challenges and focusing on remote areas with challenging terrains where traditional energy solutions are impractical or too costly.
- Collaborating and partnering with community-based organisations, non-profits, and other program providers to address a broad range of community issues with collective expertise and resources.
- Providing long-term community benefits by shifting towards sustainable and stable energy solutions for electricity generation, which improve health, economic development and education opportunities, leading to stronger, more resilient communities.
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EDEA Foundation Vision
To create a world where every community has access
to clean, sustainable energy, leading to healthier evironments, enhanced energy independence and thriving, resilient communities for generations to come. -
Our Purpose
To advance environmental sustainability and combat climate change by shifting communities to renewable energy solutions.
This change reduces carbon footprints, fosters a healthier planet and creates energy independence for a greener future. Recognising the diverse challenges communities face, we collaborate with various organisations to address health, wellness, education and economic development needs, empowering communities to thrive sustainably.
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Empowering communities to thrive sustainably through renewable energy solutions
Engagement model
Our engagement model is driven by our vision and purpose and focuses on four key principles to empower communities to thrive sustainably and advance environmental sustainability and combat climate change contributing to a healthier planet for generations to come.
- Consultation where we actively listen to the needs and concerns of communities through open dialogue, ensuring our initiatives address specific local challenges and ppportunities.
- Communication that is transparent and consistent communication keeps all stakeholders informed about our goals, progress, and outcomes, fostering trust and mutual understanding.
- Collaboration in building strong partnerships strong partnerships with community members, local organizations, and other stakeholders, leveraging collective expertise and resources to drive impactful and sustainable change.
- Commitment and dedication to long-term engagement and support includes ongoing monitoring, evaluation, and adaptation to ensure lasting benefits for communities and the environment
Our program delivery approach
Our program delivery approach is designed to bring our engagement principles to life, ensuring that we design, implement and evaluate
programs and services that effectively benefit both the environment and communities.
- We begin with Needs Assessment, identifying and understanding the specific needs and priorities of each community.
- Program Planning follows, where we develop detailed plans that align with our vision and purpose while addressing the identified needs.
- Next, we focus on Resource Mobilisation, securing the necessary resources, including funding, expertise and technology, to support program implementation.
- During Program Deployment and Implementation, we execute programs with precision and flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances.
- Monitoring and Evaluation is an ongoing process where we continuously assess program performance and impact, gathering feedback and making necessary adjustments.
- Finally, we emphasise Feedback and Adaptation, incorporating community feedback and lessons learned to refine and improve future initiatives