Rwanda’s Minister of the Environment, Dr. Jeanne d’Arc Mujawamariya, has inaugurated the Africa Centre for Excellence for Sustainable Cooling and Cold-chain (ACES), aiming to advance sustainable development initiatives in Africa. ACES will feature an Environment Test Chamber to test and certify equipment for African communities, set to be operational by late summer 2024.
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By leveraging innovative technologies, ACES aims to empower various stakeholders, including farmers and healthcare workers, to mitigate losses, enhance resilience, and promote sustainable development.
The Centre will feature the largest demonstration of cold-chain equipment, along with cutting-edge training facilities offering inclusive courses. Within a short span of four years, the project has progressed from concept to physical reality, with the Government of Rwanda leading the construction of a new Demo Hall and campus refurbishments.
The Africa Centre for Excellence for Sustainable Cooling and Cold-chain (ACES) will work on creating resilient vaccine cold-chains to tackle climate change challenges and new vaccine technologies. Collaborating with various entities, including the University of Birmingham, UK and Rwanda Governments, UN Environment Programme, and University of Rwanda, ACES aims to optimize vaccine distribution using digital tracking technology and drones.
ACES is poised to make a tangible impact on people’s lives worldwide, aligning closely with key objectives of resilience, sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
The University of Birmingham, renowned for its global contributions, remains committed to fostering international collaborations and driving positive change through innovative initiatives like ACES.
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