How is a high-end camping company in America changing millions of lives in sub-Saharan Africa?

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For The Hill’s Changing America series, I profiled BioLite, an American outdoor-gear company using sales of its clean-energy stoves and solar gear to fund life-saving technology in sub-Saharan Africa. Through an innovative cross-market model, BioLite reinvests profits from U.S. campers to provide affordable, clean-burning stoves for low-income families who would otherwise rely on toxic fuels. The piece highlights how founder Jonathan Cedar’s vision blends sustainability, entrepreneurship, and global health — proving that smart design and social impact can scale together.