Hi, I am Vayun. I am 13 years old, and I live in Singapore. 

Recently I got interested in renewable energy, and did many experiments to generate electricity. Solar was the cheapest and most reliable source I found. With just S$75, I built a solar powered energy system that can light up a small home and charge multiple phones - for years, for free. See this link.

https://youtu.be/kHeaUCp5wpg

I was amazed how cost of solar power has reduced dramatically - from nearly US$80 per watt about 40 years ago to less than US$0.4 per watt today. 

As I researched, I realized that many people across the world still don't have access to any form of electricity. A simple solar powered device has the potential to change their lives. 

I wish I could build solar systems for all such people. But then I found Solar-Aid - a charity that is on a mission to combat poverty by providing solar lights to the most remote regions of Africa.

I am supporting Solar-Aid, and I encourage you to join me. My goal is to raise S$ 630 (EUR 400), which will provide Solar Lights to 100 families in Africa.

Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.