Boreal Light
Boreal Light GmbH, a Berlin-based company, offers innovative, solar-powered water desalination systems for off-grid communities. Aiming to improve access to clean water, it focuses on sustainability and social responsibility.
About Boreal Light GmbH
editBoreal Light GmbH is a Berlin-based company specializing in renewable energy solutions for water treatment plants. The company develops and produces affordable solar-powered desalination systems for off-grid communities worldwide. These systems are capable of providing high-quality drinking, irrigation, aquaculture, and sanitation water from highly saline and polluted water sources. The simplicity of design, affordability of costs, and complete operation on solar energy are the three major competencies that Boreal Light takes pride in.
Mission and Values
editThe main mission of Boreal Light GmbH is to ensure access to safe drinking and irrigation water while pursuing sustainable and social business practices. The company is committed to improving the quality of life in disadvantaged communities through innovative technologies and tailored solutions. The values of Boreal Light include sustainability, social responsibility, and technological innovation.
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
editBoreal Light GmbH is actively committed to sustainability by offering fully solar-powered water treatment solutions that do not require expensive battery banks or diesel engines. The systems are designed to reduce the cost of access to drinking water by up to 90%, making them particularly attractive for low-income communities. The company has implemented significant projects such as Africa's largest solar desalination project for hospitals and health clinics, which provides one million liters of hygienic drinking water daily.
Projects and Impact
editBoreal Light has realized numerous projects worldwide, including the installation of desalination plants that produce over 80 million liters of water daily and provide clean water to more than 8 million people. A notable project is the Wajir WaterKiosk in Kenya, which supplies clean drinking water to over 400 households and is powered by a 9 kW solar system. These projects not only contribute to improving water availability but also promote economic development and quality of life in the affected regions.
Awards
editBoreal Light GmbH has been awarded multiple times for its innovative solutions and contribution to sustainable development, including the UAE Water Award 2020 and the German SDG Award 2022. These recognitions underscore the company's commitment to creating a better and more sustainable world.
Boreal Light GmbH remains a pioneer in providing sustainable water solutions and continues to strive to improve access to clean water for communities around the world.