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Partnership number:
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12452
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Partnership objective:
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To develop a hybrid solar-powered off-grid pre-cooling storage system for smallholder farmers clusters in Nigeria to supplement existing cold rooms, minimize agro-food waste, improve cooling efficiency, increase farmers' income and drive business growth in ColdHubs.
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Knowledge/technology:
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Partnership dates:
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10 November 2020 - 05 July 2023
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Knowledge Base Partner:
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Aston University
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Department:
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School of Engineering & Applied Science
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Company Partner:
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ColdHubs Limited
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Company business:
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Design, install, commission, build and operate 100% solar-powered walk-in cold rooms, in markets and farm clusters. These are used by smallholder farmers, retailers, and wholesalers, who pay a fee to store and preserve perishable foods (fresh fruits, vegetables etc.)
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Area of UK:
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West Midlands
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Company Standard Industrial Classification:
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Unknown(00000)
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Company size:
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10 to 49 employees
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Contact:
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Dr Ahmed Rezk
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This Partnership is supported by:
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Global Challenges Research Fund (100%)
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Grant amount:
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£148,772.00
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