Max Acca

Peruvian inventor creating sustainable energy solutions for Andes communities

Max Acca (b.1978) developed the first vertical axis wind turbines specifically designed for high-altitude environments. His renewable energy systems now power 127 remote Andean villages at elevations above 4,000 meters.

Key innovations include:

• Condensation-resistant generators
• Llama wool-insulated batteries
• Portable micro-hydro systems

Acca's Energy Backpack project equips mountain shepherds with solar-powered communication devices. His work demonstrates how traditional knowledge can merge with modern technology to solve critical energy challenges.