By Anna Garwood | Program Manager
There is finally alumbrado (light) in Alumbre, the village where 20 small wind turbines were installed, thanks to our funders. The 500watt turbine at the top of the wind-blown hill now charges the batteries that supply light to the school’s classrooms, DVD player, and new computer. Smaller turbines bring electricity directly to homes.
Everyone I met in Alumbre seemed genuinely happy with their new lights. They said that they no longer needed to buy candles, that kids can study at night without noxious kerosene fumes, and that the light is brighter.
For more stories from the Alumbre wind project, please visit the travel blog to learn about the Peruvians who benefited from your donations.
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