Charcoal Cooler

Open source

A Charcoal Cooler is a storage chamber constructed from locally available materials and is used to store perishable commodities under cool temperatures.

Product description Brand name and product description

The Charcoal Cooler is a storage chamber that is used to keep perishable commodities without the need of electricity. The chamber works on the principle of evaporative cooling. The device is made of open timber frame with the sides filled with charcoal, which is continually kept moist. As warm, dry air passes through the moist charcoal, it draws energy from its surroundings which produces a considerable cooling effect.

 

Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)

Warm regions of the world, especially the rural areas where households are not connected to electricity.

Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"

Open source technology, can be locally fabricated

Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.

The cost varies with the size of the chamber. For example, a 2 x 1.5 x 1.5 meters chamber would cost 126.45 USD (13,000 KES) Converted July 2019

Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.

Products that work on the principle of evaporative cooling such as Zeer pot, Zero energy brick cooler, bamboo cooler and solar-powered refrigerator.

SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service

Goal 2: Zero hunger

Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth

Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)

Farmers and traders in rural areas of the world with hot climates and with no electricity connection.

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