Makerere University in Uganda has opened an East African Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency as part of efforts to increase research and innovation in alternative energy sources in the region.
“A large number of Ugandans still depend on environmentally destructive energy sources” said Ms Irene Muloni, Uganda’s Minister for Energy and Minerals during the launch of the centre.
She urged the College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology at Makerere to involve various stake holders and partners in implementing the centre’s programme in a bid to further strengthen regional co-operation. It will also expand the renewable energy market, which will transform businesses and create more jobs.