In Kenya, Mary Nyambura, founder and CEO of Ecocharge Limited, transforms agricultural waste into biomass briquettes for cleaner and more affordable energy. Despite challenges like erratic weather halting production, Nyambura now sells over 20,000 tons of briquettes annually, attributing her success to mastering access to finance and securing contracts. “As a woman, you have to stand your ground,” she shares, reflecting on overcoming biases in business.