# Ugandan woman turns shea waste into clean energy

A Ugandan entrepreneur is converting waste from shea nut processing into briquettes and biogas, providing a cleaner energy alternative. This initiative tackles deforestation and waste management while empowering local communities with affordable fuel. It highlights grassroots innovation addressing environmental and energy challenges.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/15/saving-shea-how-a-ugandan-woman-is-turning-waste-into-clean-energy?traffic_source=rss) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:47:45 +0000