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Earthshot Prize finalist brightens lives as Prince William's "dating service" for climate innovators seeks solutions

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U.S. company d.light is one of 15 finalists in the running for a 2024 Earthshot Prize.

The prize initiative was created by Britain 's Prince William to highlight solutions to the climate crisis.

The winner in each category will be awarded 1 million U.K. pounds , or about $1.3 million , intended to help scale-up their respective projects.

d.light solar panels in Johannesburg , South Africa , power TV, radio and lights.

Muriel Nobela pays just over $250 for a solar panel on her roof to power her TV and radio.

Portia Msomi , a neighbor, says she feels happy now she has light and safety in her home.

The company hopes to transform the lives of one billion people by 2030 .

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