TAKING THE PULSE MADAGASCAR CASE STUDY

Parabolic solar trough Madagascar
The trough is usually aligned on a north–south axis, and rotated to track the sun as it moves across the sky each day. Alternatively, the trough can be aligned on an east–west axis; this reduces the overall efficiency of the collector due to the sunlight striking the collectors at an angle but only requires the trough to be aligned with the change in , avoiding the need for tracking motors. Thi. [pdf]
Solar irrigation system project Madagascar
Last year, thanks to relatively sufficient rainfall and scaled-up humanitarian assistance from our UN Country Team and partners food security and nutrition improved in southern Madagascar. Our multi-sectoral humanitarian response benefited close to 1.1 million people in the areas of nutrition, food security and. . At a food distribution site in Maroalimpoty, run by the World Food Programme (WFP), I saw just how important integrated prevention measures are. . In the same commune, two Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) interventions are helping to increase the food production capacity of vulnerable households through. . On our last stop, we visited the remote village of Anjamahavelo where WFP established a solar-powered hub, connectivity, and a sustainable water source that was being. . Agencies are collaborating in other ways to build economic resilience which leads to better nutrition and food security outcomes. For example, at the integrated development cooperative. [pdf]FAQS about Solar irrigation system project Madagascar
What is a solar-powered drop-by-drop irrigation system?
In addition to this, a solar-powered drop-by-drop irrigation system, developed by FAO, provides year-round access to water, enabling households to grow enough for their own consumption and a surplus to sell in the local market and conserve as seeds.
How can the UN help a drought-stricken southern Madagascar?
Over one million people in drought-stricken southern Madagascar are benefitting from a range of complementary UN development initiatives which are being coordinated in order to have a greater impact as the UN Resident Coordinator in Madagascar Issa Sanogo explains.
Can a solar-powered water desalination system help a school?
At a near-by school, UNICEF collaborated with the Government and the private sector to install a solar-powered water desalination system to provide potable water to the integrated health centre, the school, and the rest of the community.
