Green Innovation Initiative · Zambia 2025–2027
Degre Eco
Resource Centre
& Energy Hub
The Degre Eco Resource Centre and Energy Hub is a flagship green economy initiative in Zambia, bringing together eco-construction, renewable energy, smart agriculture, water systems, skills training, and strategic communications under one roof.
At Glance
The initiative connects physical demonstration spaces with a strong digital presence to showcase, incubate, and communicate green innovation across Zambia.
Initiative Type
Green Economy Programme
Duration
January 2025 – December 2027
Flagship Venue
Eureka Park Center, Lusaka & Virtual Platforms
Lead & Partners
Degre Eco · Rainbow Electrics · SOW Communications
Background & Rationale
Zambia is experiencing rapid urbanisation, rising energy demand, climate vulnerability, and a growing youth population seeking meaningful economic opportunities. These pressures create both urgent challenges and major opportunities for a greener, more inclusive development path.
The Degre Eco Resource Centre and Energy Hub was created as a catalytic platform for Zambia’s green transformation. It provides a dedicated physical and virtual space where green ideas are born, tested, showcased, and commercialised — ensuring that innovation is supported by the ecosystem it needs to scale.
Through the Green Innovation Initiative (2025–2027), Degre Eco, Rainbow Electrics, and SOW Communications deliver a multi-faceted programme spanning eco-construction, renewable energy, organic agriculture, water systems, capacity building, and strategic communications, using a hybrid in-person and digital model for maximum reach.
A dedicated platform where green ideas are born, tested, showcased, and commercialised — ensuring innovation has the ecosystem it needs to scale across Zambia.
Vision, Mission & Values
Vision
A Zambia where green innovation drives a prosperous, resilient and environmentally sustainable economy for all.
Mision
To provide a leading physical and virtual platform that incubates, demonstrates, promotes and connects green innovations across eco-construction, renewable energy, agriculture, water, and environmental communications in Zambia.
Sustainability
Integrating environmental responsibility into every activity
Innovation
Continuously seeking new, effective green solutions
Collaboration
Continuously seeking new, effective green solutions
Inclusivity
Ensuring access for women, youth, and marginalised communities
Integrity
Transparent, accountable stewardship of resources and partnerships
Strategic Objectives
01
Showcase & Incubate
Operate a physical and virtual showroom featuring innovative green projects, products, and technologies from Zambia and the region.
02
Build Capacity
Deliver structured training, workshops, and skills programmes for entrepreneurs, engineers, builders, farmers, and community leaders.
03
Promote Green Communication
Run webinars, conferences, exhibitions, and digital campaigns to amplify the green economy narrative.
04
Advance Technical Solutions
Provide expert consultancy and practical demonstrations in eco-construction, renewable energy, water management, and smart agriculture.
05
Mobilise Resources & Partnerships
Attract investment, forge strategic partnerships, and support project design, management, monitoring, evaluation, and resource mobilisation.
What the Centre Offers
Services & Capabilities
A comprehensive suite of green innovation services spanning construction, energy, agriculture, water, training, and communications.
6.1 Physical & Virtual Showroom
Exhibition space at Eureka Park Center showcasing eco-building materials, renewable energy systems, water management solutions, smart agriculture, and organic horticulture, mirrored by a virtual showroom for remote audiences.
6.2 Eco-Building Consultancy
- Eco-construction principles and techniques
- Integration of green building into conventional projects
- Natural and recycled materials supply and specification
- Structural engineering (green building specialist)
- Architectural design (certified green architect)
6.3 Renewable Energy Systems
- Design, supply, and installation of renewable energy and back-up systems
- Project drafting and management for energy initiatives
- Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting
- Off-grid and hybrid solutions consultancy
- Market research, communication, and advocacy
6.5 Water Management Systems
- Water filtration system design and installation
- Rainwater harvesting solutions
- Water recycling for residential, commercial, and agricultural use
6.6 Smart Agriculture Demonstrations
On-site demos in precision irrigation, soil health monitoring, vertical farming, and climate-adaptive cropping, with hands-on training for participants.
6.7 Capacity Building & Skills Training
- Structured workshops for professionals and community groups
- Community-level training on green practices
- Webinars and online learning modules
- Certification pathways with technical institutions
6.8 Communications & Advocacy Platform (SOW Communications)
- Conferences, exhibitions, and green innovation summits
- Digital content creation and dissemination
- Stakeholder engagement programmes
- Brand and marketing strategies for green businesses
6.9 Expert Consultancy
- Project drafting, design, and feasibility studies
- Project management, monitoring, and evaluation
- Resource mobilisation and donor engagement
- Market research and business development support
What the Centre Offers
SOW Communications’ Role
A comprehensive suite of green innovation services spanning construction, energy, agriculture, water, training, and communications.
SOW Communications leads the integrated communication and advocacy strategy for the Green Innovation Initiative, ensuring the Centre’s work is visible, credible, and influential in Zambia’s green economy landscape.
Pillar 1
Stakeholder Engagement
Mapping and tailored engagement for ministries, private sector, NGOs, academia, agencies, and communities; regular roundtables and co-creation workshops.
Pillar 2
Digital Presence & Content
Dedicated web and social media presence, monthly newsletters and blogs, impact stories, video documentation, and structured data management.
Pillar 3
Events & Exhibitions
Annual Green Innovation Conference, quarterly webinar series, travelling exhibitions, and representation in regional and international forums.
Pillar 4
Advocacy & Policy Influence
Policy briefs and position papers, engagement with key ministries and authorities, media partnerships, and an awards programme for leading green innovators.
Core Team & Partners
Core Team
Project Manager & Marketing Expert
Overall coordination, stakeholder relations, marketing
Digital Strategist & Brand Growth Consultant
Digital platforms, content strategy, brand growth
Structural Engineer – Green Building
Technical oversight for eco-construction
Green Building Architect
Sustainable design and client advisory
Renewable Energy Engineer
Design, installation, and technical training
Landscaper
Organic gardens, demonstration sites, and horticulture training
Partner Organisations
Degre Eco
Host organisation; eco-building consultancy, natural and recycled materials, organic horticulture, and physical infrastructure.
Rainbow Electrics
Renewable energy and electrical engineering partner for solar, battery storage, and hybrid systems.
SOW Communications
Lead communications and advocacy partner, managing brand, digital presence, stakeholder engagement, events, and media relations.
Expected Impact & Outcomes
Measuring What Matters
500+
Human Capital
Individuals trained across green disciplines; 60%+ women and youth.
50+
Green Innovation
Green projects hosted, incubated, or supported over three years.
20+
Energy Access
Renewable energy systems designed, installed, or demonstrated.
100+
Environmental Awareness
People reached through campaigns, events, and digital platforms.
5+
Policy & Advocacy
Policy briefs adopted or cited; active participation in national green economy platforms.
30+
Economic Development
Green businesses supported; measurable contribution to green jobs and local GDP.
Contact & Call to Action
Let’s Build a Greener Zambia Together
We welcome enquiries from partners, donors, clients, and collaborators interested in advancing Zambia’s green economy.
Degre Eco Resource Centre & Energy Hub
Eureka Park Center, Lusaka, Zambia
WhatsApp
+260 766 278 974
Ready to partner with the initiative?
Whether you’re a funder, a green entrepreneur, a community organisation, or a technical expert — there’s a role for you in Zambia’s green economy transformation.
Building a greener Zambia — one innovation at a time.
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