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Switch On: The Series

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2024
1 Season
7 Episodes
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Returning Series

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Visit the Maasai savannah of Kenya, Africa’s largest slum and its newest hydroelectric dam. Journey into the coal mines and power plants of growing Vietnam. Cross Nepal with an environmental health scientist, studying people’s transition from the most dangerous cooking fuel, killing millions a year, to the safest. And bring solar electricity, for the first time ever, to the Arhuaco people of Northern Colombia. Watch this 7-part series, based on and expanded from the celebrated global energy documentary Switch On- a spectacular, unexpected journey to know and understand the issues driving energy development around the world.

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Season 1

Modern Cooking Fuels
E1

Modern Cooking Fuels

Feb 1, 202426m

3 billion people still use wood or biomass to cook their food and heat their homes. But these necessities come at a devastating cost: 3 million people die each year from breathing smoke. Dr. Scott Tinker visits Nepal, to see how they- like many countries- are transitioning to modern cooking fuels, and the many benefits these bring.

Urban Grid Expansion
E2

Urban Grid Expansion

Feb 2, 202426m

100 million people move to cities each year, mostly in the developing world- and they often settle in slums. How will governments and utilities battle cartels, corruption and budget shortfalls to supply electricity to these new urban citizens? Dr. Scott Tinker visits Kibera, Africa’s largest slum, to look at the challenges to urban grid expansion.

Developing on Coal
E3

Developing on Coal

Feb 3, 202426m

Nearly every country developed on coal, and the developing world is following suit because coal is cheap, local and easy to use. Affordable coal electricity is helping lift these countries out of poverty, but at local and global environmental costs. Dr. Scott Tinker travels to Vietnam to see the benefits and challenges of developing on coal.

Hydropower in Africa
E4

Hydropower in Africa

Feb 4, 202426m

Many countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America aim to build hydroelectric projects, large and small, to bring electricity to their growing cities and power their economies. Join Dr. Scott Tinker in Ethiopia, at the construction site of Africa's largest dam, to understand the key issues of building hydro here and across the developing world.

Off-Grid Solar, Part 1
E5

Off-Grid Solar, Part 1

Feb 5, 202426m

For hundreds of thousands of off-grid villages around the world, building their own solar-powered microgrid may be the fastest way to get electricity. The Arhuaco tribe in remote Colombia has asked a solar nonprofit for help. Dr. Scott Tinker joins them to learn what it takes to plan, fund and build a solar microgrid far off the beaten path.

Off-Grid Solar, Part 2
E6

Off-Grid Solar, Part 2

Feb 6, 202426m

Join Dr. Scott Tinker, Solar Electric Light Fund and a team of volunteers as they return to the jungles of Colombia to build a solar microgrid- as utilities, nonprofits and entrepreneurs are doing across the developing world. With the help of the Arhuaco villagers, for the first time ever this remote community will have the power to Switch On.

E8

Off-Grid Energy Solutions

Dec 2, 202026m

1 billion people still live without electricity, mostly in rural areas where the power grid doesn't reach. Dr. Scott Tinker goes to rural Kenya, to see how micro solar solutions- sold by local entrepreneurs, paid for with mobile phone banking- can bring light for literacy, water for farming, and cultural connection to off-grid families.

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About Switch On: The Series

Visit the Maasai savannah of Kenya, Africa’s largest slum and its newest hydroelectric dam. Journey into the coal mines and power plants of growing Vietnam. Cross Nepal with an environmental health scientist, studying people’s transition from the most dangerous cooking fuel, killing millions a year, to the safest. And bring solar electricity, for the first time ever, to the Arhuaco people of Northern Colombia. Watch this 7-part series, based on and expanded from the celebrated global energy documentary Switch On- a spectacular, unexpected journey to know and understand the issues driving energy development around the world. Across 1 season and 7 episodes, originally airing on PBS, with status "Returning Series".

Switch On: The Series Cast and Characters

The cast features Dr. Scott Tinker (as Self). Their performances are a major reason Switch On: The Series has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Switch On: The Series

Switch On: The Series flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How many episodes does Switch On: The Series have?

Switch On: The Series has 7 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on CineFlixo.

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Who is in the cast of Switch On: The Series?

The main cast includes Dr. Scott Tinker.

Is Switch On: The Series available in Inglés?

Yes — Switch On: The Series was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.

When was Switch On: The Series released?

Switch On: The Series first aired in 2024.

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How many seasons and episodes does Switch On: The Series have?

Switch On: The Series currently has 1 season and a total of 7 episodes. The series status is "Returning Series", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on CineFlixo and continue watching from where you left off.

What is Switch On: The Series about?

Visit the Maasai savannah of Kenya, Africa’s largest slum and its newest hydroelectric dam. Journey into the coal mines and power plants of growing Vietnam. Cross Nepal with an environmental health scientist, studying people’s transition from the most dangerous cooking fuel, killing millions a year, to the safest. A… It belongs to the Documentary genre.

In which language is Switch On: The Series originally available?

Switch On: The Series was originally produced in English. On CineFlixo the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was Switch On: The Series first released?

Switch On: The Series first premiered on February 1, 2024 (2024). The show is still ongoing with new episodes being released.

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