Our Process

 At The Solar Drift Project, we support the responsible adoption of floating solar across Africa by combining research, expertise, and collaboration. We focus on identifying high-potential water bodies where floating solar could contribute to energy, water, food, and climate outcomes.  We aim to lower barriers to adoption through tools, frameworks, and policy guidance that make projects more feasible and affordable. Environmental and social considerations are incorporated into our planning to protect ecosystems and empower communities, while capacity-building initiatives strengthen local knowledge and multi-stakeholder collaboration. Through proposed pilot projects, partnerships, and strategic support, we work to guide floating solar development toward clean energy, resilient water systems, sustainable food production, and positive community outcomes.   The stakeholder ecosystem (above) surrounding The Solar Drift Project's work connects multiple sectors involved in water, energy, agriculture, and sustainable development. Refer to our Emerging Theory of Change for further details.  The model illustrates how our activities (including research, stakeholder engagement, pilot projects, and policy collaboration) contribute to intermediate outcomes such as improved knowledge, stronger partnerships, and enabling policy environments. These outcomes support the long-term impact of increased adoption of floating solar technologies that strengthen climate resilience, agricultural productivity, and energy security.  This will continue to evolve as the organisation develops projects, gathers evidence, and collaborates with partners.