Climate Change
Solar Lighting
The installation of wall-mounted solar lights on informal structures to improve safety, security, and public space through climate-friendly interventions. Solar lighting also addresses the ongoing load-shedding crisis in South Africa. PEP is a founding member of the LightUp community of practice.
Flooding Mitigation & Drainage
Working in partnership with the City of Cape Town to implement a variety of flooding mitigation measures in informal settlements.
Water & Sanitation Upgrades
The upgrading of basic sanitation units in informal settlements to meet policy standards and provide an improved, people-centred sanitation service. This includes both infrastructure and maintenance and management systems.
Rainwater Harvesting
The inclusion of rainwater harvesting tanks in infrastructure and housing upgrades.