Green Energy FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

GREEN ENERGY MANAGEMENT STRATEGY FOR WESTERN AREA URBAN AND RURAL DISTRICT

Sierra Leone Engineering Solutions CSO, is to focus special attention and priority, is to built and provide services to ensure for a sustainable energy future for people and communities in both rural and urban of the Western Area District.

Therefore, the organization is committed to advocate for the proliferation, generation and the distribution of green energy consumption level in the area of operation to 40% by the 2035. This will ensure for an increase of off-grid electricity supply, that will be reliable, clean and affordable for residential and commercial use.

Therefore our principal focus and potential sources of off-grid electricity supply chains are solar, wind turbine, geothermal and biomass. It is anticipated that with the use of green energy, there will also be a corresponding increase and inputs to improve on the standard of living and also to promote socioeconomic growth for people and businesses.

We wish to form strategic partnerships with the Freetown City Council and other Local Councils to help and support the development of a " Western Area Green Hub Platform", for the free flow of ideas, skill development and training, research and development, business opportunities, etc.

In consideration of the recent trend from the shift of the use of fossil fuels to green or renewable energy, there is a need for a consensus and action plans at community levels to involve policy makers, institutions to adjust to the change and transition stages.

Inclusively, the issue of climate change and mitigation measures are more efficient and effective at micro scale and Community levels, to tackle and prevent environment disaster like floods, landslides and fire hazards.

The organisation will help to survey and give reports on environmental issues and impact assessment to relevant stakeholders for action and solutions.

Another aspect of our green energy solution pacts is to accelerate and support education of environmental studies and science at primary, secondary and higher education levels. Awareness campaigns and workshops are necessary tools available in climate change adaptation and mitigation measures

Despite our objectives to provide Cheap energy and safe water supply, our other concern is on how to manage the flow and sustainable supplies in communities, in consultation and agreement with the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources in the Western Area District.

We therefore aspire to form strategic business arrangement and partnerships, at the early stages of incorporation with leading manufacturers and suppliers of smart energy and water saving gadgets, around the world either through the marketing of their products, and to organise exhibition and trade fair events in Sierra Leone.

Our current research and development goal, as part of the anticipated Western Area Green Energy Hub Initiatives (WAGEH), is to construct a wind turbine with capacity of 1KW, on a pilot scale, that when completed will provide electricity for schools, hospitals and houses.

The research plan is also to create space for business development and business partners to hire our products and services, at affordable p

CONSULTANCY AND ENGINEERING SERVICES 2024 to 2030

More than 50 % of anticipated task and services that will be provided by Sierra Leone Engineering Solutions CSO in the short and long-terms basis at both District and Community levels, will concentrate largely on consultancy services, expert counseling , scientific data collection and processing , research and mentorship programmes. 

1. Consulting services for civil and environmental engineering projects in the Western Area District, to include preparation of sites for construction, land surveying, foundations works, Landscaping, etc, to ensure for proper construction methods, and structural stability of facilities

2 Environmental impact assessment and evaluation of cities towns and villages, as with regards to waste management system, the treatment of city waste , drainage system, and sanitation technology, noise pollution , water contamination

3. Inspection and quality test analysis of electrical installations and materials in houses, schools, hospitals, etc to minimize of energy consumption at both domestic and industrial levels and to encourage the use of smart energy systems and apparatus, support marketing and investment opportunities for producers in Sierra Leone

4. Scientific measurement and methods 

to monitor water supply and consumption, leakages, and the use of gadgets and software system to increase on efficiency and quality controls

5. Encourage the construction of water treatment and collection facilities, such as mini dams, and digitalisation system and software to ensure for safe and clean water supply

6. Waste disposal technology and recycling methods

7. Direct participation in Urban and Rural Planning, to include road construction and safety for pedestrians, 

8. The publication of a "Green Newspaper and Magazine"on environmental issues to gain more audience and public engagement and participation

9. Active participation in talk shows and forums, conferences, etc. on environmental management and climate change mitigation measures and our medium term strategy, is to establish a Green TV and Radio Station in the Western Area District and in Sierra Leone for the first time

10 Engagements and alliance with Green political parties, environmental activist, lobby groups for the use of green energy conservation groups at both national and international levels 

Main Sponsors and Partnerships

The Freetown City Council Engineering and Sanitation Departments

The Ministry of Housing and Country Planning

Statistics Sierra Leone

SL Meteorological Agency

The Western Area Fire Force Brigade Units

Sierra Leone Institute of Engineers

National and International Research Institutions

Primary Clients :: Schools, Hospitals, Homes and Offices, etc.

The HeadSocial Services Dept
Freetown City Council
Freetown, WA
1st May, 2023

              Letter of Application

I do kindly wish to submit materials to your office, for the registration and the official incorporation of The Sierra Leone Engineering Solutions (SLES), with the Freetown City Council FCC. as a non-profit entity and a community based organization or initiatives.

We do therefore, wish to express our interest to form a strategic alliance and memorandum of understanding with the Social Services Department, for project implementation and coordination to cover the time frame from 2023 to 2035.

Inclusively, our focus is to provide social services and welfare in the District, that are guided by the UN SDGs Agreement and Protocol, to reduce poverty, increase socio-economic growth, human resources management and development , environmental awareness and management, health and safety, peace building and conflict resolution.

Our anticipated areas of service delivery are advocacy, consulting, empowerment, and to provide basic services such as reforestation, climate change education and mitigation systems , green energy use and optimization, gender equality, and justice., etc

In this connection, all relevant documents and information are submitted, as well as the payment of the registration fee, for the processing of this application and the support of the Department for the opening of an official IBAN, for fund raising activities and donations for our project and prospective organization, (SLES).

Thanks for your cooperation and assistance in this matter. Best regards

Yours Sincerely

Mr Ishmael Faye MS
Geological Engineering
20 Liverpool Street, Freetown, Sierra Leone

Email fayeishmael@gmail.com
+232030428752

METHODOLOGY AND FRAMEWORK

1. Preliminary assessment, and impacts for the location of service area to include sex and gender percentage and vulnerability aspects

2. Detailed assessment, and documentation of the selected area/Community to determine the type of service to provide in a selected format per person or household, schools, hospital, etc

3 Consultation and meetings with stakeholders to search for reliable partnerships support from Local Councils, Chiefs and residents, Women Groups

4. Engagements and collaboration with the FCC, relevant Line Ministries, Donor Institutions and other CSO/NGOs with the objective to form mutual alliance, agreements and memorandum of understanding for project implementation and support

5. Project identification , type, characterization and evaluation procedures

6. The estimation and calculation of the cost per projects to help determine the benefits, impacts and fund raising activities

7.Reliable data collection and processing for the sustainability of projects and service delivery

8. Consultancy services, research and development

8. Presentation of reports, project survey and reviews, auditing mechanism of projects, funds and logistics

Estimated people 250,000 to 500,000

Activity and Agenda Plans May/August 2023

1. Official Registration and Incorporation process

2 Support and funding for administrative and logistic capacity building

Materials. Cost Le/USD 50,000

.* Office space and facilities.   

 * Computers and internet

 * Transportation cost

 * Stipend and allowances

 * Social Networking and Media

 * Others

4 Letters of invitation to Sponsors, Patrons and members

3 Inauguration ceremony of the organisation and fund raising dinner and media presentation in

4 International Cooperation and Partnership with Local Councils and Communities in the EU

5. Data collection and base systems for volunteers 

Project Proposal May 2023/24

Title:The Framework for Digital Education and Internet Connectivity System for Government and Government Assisted JSS and SSS in Western Area Urban District

Pilot Project

To create a website address and social media links for all Government Secondary Schools

To facilitate computer library, training opportunities and accessibility of laptops, tablets or computers for students

Improve internet connectivity and links to Communities at National and International Levels

The use of green energy to generate electricity for computers and internet connectivity.

The use of software system for the teaching and learning on environmental education system for secondary schools

Methodology

Consultations and assessment with the relevant stakeholders.

Search for potential partners and associates for project implementation, management and funding

Private Sectors engagements and collaboration

Engagements with International institutions and manufacturing company's

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT PORTFOLIO 2024 to 2030

Western Area District Population 2 million people

Human resources development and management is crucial for poverty reduction and to develop a skilled and trained workforce. In this context, the organisation is to develop suitable space and strategy to compliment Government efforts to provide free and quality education, especially in the Western region of Sierra Leone.

The main areas of service that are in line with our project and organization, is to improve on education management and support in the following areas

* School infrastructure and facilities

* Development and strengthen of STEM for both genders at secondary schools and at Tertiary Institutions

* Teacher Welfare Scheme and support

* Internet connection and computers for schools

* Improved electricity and water supply installation

* Improved sanitation and hygiene facilities for Schools pupils and teachers at all levels of learning

* Effective teaching toolbox and the adequate supply of learning materials for pupils 

* To assist in the development and use of GPS,/GIS software for the mapping the location that will provide easy accessibility of all schools in the Western Area District of Sierra Leone,(Rural and Urban) through internet websites and data based system by the year 2035, so as to increase interaction between school teachers and pupils in the Western Area District and also with other schools in developed countries across the World

The intended schools and Institutions to be consider for service delivery and of immediate assistance by Sierra Leone Engineering Solutions CSO are listed below for consideration..

A. Government Schools

B. Government Assisted Schools

C. Technical and Vocational Schools

D. Teacher Training Schools and Universities

METHODS

1. School Survey and data collections of both Government and Government Assisted in the Western Area District, which is the proof and confirmation that they are properly registered with the Ministry of Education and that all Head of School must provide evidence of a designated EMIS Number (Education Management and Information System), and the appropriate SID Code or School Identification Code, to prevent duplication "Ghost Schools and reduce expenditure

2. The installation and use of solar or wind turbine energy at all schools located in the Western Area District, to provide 24 Hours electricity supply to 100,% by the year 2035

3. Provide incentives and materials for learning to students in science and mathematics streams at JSS and SSS Levels, respectively

4. Ensure for the Installation of fast internet connectivity and also to guarantee that all students should have access to the use of computers and knowledge of ITC skills in all institutions of learning in the District from Pre Primary School to university levels before 2035

5. Ensure for efficient science laboratory, and up-to-date library units at all school of sciences and improve research facilities as well as funding opportunities for students enrolled in engineering and science studies at university levels

6. Skilled Development and Innovation techniques for Students, in masonry, welding, plumbing, etc

Socioeconomic growth

Human Resources Development

Sustainability

Change is a shift from the old to the new, that needs to adapt to progress and innovative solutions

Technology and software system 

ETHICS AND STANDARDS

The Sierra Leone Engineering Solutions CSO, is a non-profit entity and the primary motive for its establishment, is to accelerate economic and social growth to help reduce poverty and inequality. Therefore the organization will follow these procedures for best practice and integrity.

1. Encourage the inclusion of women to managerial position in the organization 

2. Discourage sexual violence and molestation of female workers in the work place and punishment for violations

3. Staff will be appointed by qualification and merits, irrespective of gender, tribe or affiliation

4 Remuneration for workers is negotiable and should be above the minimum wage salary in Sierra Leone 

5 Accountability and auditing mechanism of the organization to donors and sponsors should be transparent and open for checks and balances 

METHODOLOGY AND FRAMEWORK

1. Preliminary assessment, and impacts for the location of service area to include sex and gender percentage and vulnerability aspects

2. Detailed assessment, and documentation of the selected area/Community to determine the type of service to provide in a selected format per person or household, schools, hospital, etc

3 Consultation and meetings with stakeholders to search for reliable partnerships support from Local Councils, Chiefs and residents, Women Groups

4. Engagements and collaboration with the FCC, relevant Line Ministries, Donor Institutions and other CSO/NGOs with the objective to form mutual alliance, agreements and memorandum of understanding for project implementation and support

5. Project identification , type, characterization and evaluation procedures

6. The estimation and calculation of the cost per projects to help determine the benefits, impacts and fund raising activities

7.Reliable data collection and processing for the sustainability of projects and service delivery

8. Consultancy services, research and development

8. Presentation of reports, project survey and reviews, auditing mechanism of projects, funds and logistics

Non profit organization

ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE

Type: Social Services

Category Non-profit

Size 1 to 10 Employees

Funding: Internal and External

The Organisation will be administer and govern by 

1. A Board of Director or Trustees, of 5 to 10 members of any nationality and status

2. Executive Director

4 Project and Research Manager

3. Financial Secretary

4 General Secretary

5. Public Relation Officer

6 Others

However after the early stages or post registration registration period of the organisation, there will be duplication of position due to limited funding, but will be increase to a maximum of 10.workers

Grants and sponsors 

ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURE

Type: Social Services

Category Non-profit

Size 1 to 10 Employees

Funding: Internal and External

The Organisation will be administer and govern by 

1. A Board of Director or Trustees, of 5 to 10 members of any nationality and status

2. Executive Director

4  Project and Research Manager

3. Financial Secretary

4 General Secretary

5. Public Relation Officer

6 Others

However after the early stages or post registration  registration period of the organisation, there will be duplication of position due to limited funding, but will be increase to a maximum of 10.workers

Online marketing and advertising

Publication of articles