About
Trane Technologies is a global leader in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions.
Project Focus
Shell Foundation has a strategic partnership with Trane Technologies to tackle global challenges faced by underserved communities with open-sourced innovation.
The first phase of the partnership is focusing on commercialising and scaling selected low-cost passive cooling solutions which have demonstrated clear income uplift for customers in India and in two countries in Africa.
Latest news and updates
From flame to plug: what India’s micro-food vendors tell us about the commercial future of clean cooking
New research shows how electric cooking is improving productivity, incomes, and working conditions for micro-food vendors across India.
18th March 2026
What gender-responsive financing can unlock for women entrepreneurs
A Gender Results-Based Financing pilot shows how targeted incentives can unlock income growth, resilience, and opportunity for women entrepreneurs.
08th March 2026