Igniting a beacon of innovation: The launch of the WAE Lab in Cape Town
The Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL) Africa, Community Jameel and the City of Cape Town announce the launch of the Water, Air and Energy (WAE) Lab at the Cape Town Civic Centre. The lab expands J-PAL's network of Air and Water Labs that partner with local, state and national governments to co-identify pressing air and water issue and co-generate robust data to inform evidence-based policy and programmes.
The Water, Air, and Energy (WAE) Lab has recently been launched in Cape Town by J-PAL Africa, the City of Cape Town, and Community Jameel. The lab brings together policymakers, researchers, and the public to create evidence-based solutions to improve access to clean air, water, and energy for the city’s inhabitants. The lab is part of J-PAL’s global network of Air and Water Labs (AWLs) and has the potential to impact millions of people worldwide, making it a beacon of hope for a sustainable and equitable future.
What is the WAE Lab in Cape Town?
The Water, Air, and Energy (WAE) Lab in Cape Town is an innovative project created by J-PAL Africa, the City of Cape Town, and Community Jameel. The lab aims to bring together local policymakers, researchers, and the public to create evidence-based solutions for improving access to clean air, water, and energy for the city’s inhabitants. It is part of J-PAL’s global network of Air and Water Labs (AWLs) and has the potential to impact millions of people worldwide.