Why Light?
When the sun sets, darkness steals education, safety, and income.
Solar light brings it all back.
THE FASTEST PATH TO THE BIGGEST IMPACT
Families living in ultra-poverty are forced to spend up to 30% of their income on dangerous, non-renewable energy sources in order to light their homes after dark.
Watts of Love’s combination of our patented solar light along with a specialized financial education empowerment program enables families to take back that 30% and reinvest it in livestock, education, and business development.
By addressing this expensive urgent need, and providing guidance for a new way to manage their household finances, families experience not just an immediate improvement in their standard of living, but are able to change the trajectory of their future for generations to come.
Entire communities transition from survival to self-reliance.
LIGHT IMPACTS EVERYTHING
The Watts of Love Lighthouse Program does more than just help families save money.
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Education
Light unlocks learning.
When the sun sets, studying usually stops. Solar lights provide children with safe, reliable light to read, write, and dream after dark.
More hours mean more opportunity and brighter futures within reach.
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Health & Safety
No more kerosene. No more danger.
Solar lights replace toxic kerosene, removing the daily dangers of fire, burns, and harmful smoke.
Families breathe cleaner air, avoid deadly accidents, and finally feel safe in their own homes at night.
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Women
From vulnerable to powerful.
A solar light gives women control of their time, income, and choices. Combined with financial literacy, it becomes a launchpad for dignity, independence, and protection for their children.
Watch “Ukwati (The Wedding),” a powerful film on child marriage and the impossible choices mothers face in extreme poverty.
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Environment
One light. Massive climate impact.
To date, our solar lights have reduced emissions by up to 230 million tons of CO₂ a year.
They also reduce black carbon, a major driver of climate change.
Clean energy creates a brigther future.
OUR Light Design
Watts of Love’s patented technology provides sustainable, renewable light to households in the most impoverished communities in the world.
Our solar lights are designed for real-life use. They can be worn on the body, on the head, or used hands-free—giving families the flexibility to carry out daily tasks safely after dark.
Compact, portable, water-resistant, and durable, the lights are built to meet the demands of the people we serve. Whether farming, fishing, or fetching water, families can keep their light accessible and secure.
Every feature is inspired by the people we serve. Watts of Love continuously learns from light recipients to improve our designs, ensuring each innovation truly meets their needs.
Our lights have even been recognized by JerryRigEverything, a tech reviewer with 8.5 million YouTube followers, for their durability and practical design.