🌱 What Happened
In Dharnai, a small village in Bihar, India, good governance and technological advancement have come together to bring a positive change. After 33 years of living in darkness, the village saw light, all thanks to a community solar power project launched in 2014.
💡 Impact
The project, supported by Greenpeace India and BASIX, a social enterprise group, made Dharnai India’s first fully solar-powered village. The residents now have access to clean, affordable, and sustainable energy for their daily needs including education, healthcare, and livelihood. The project has shown that with sustainable technology and community participation:
- Electricity can reach even the most remote corners of the country.
- It helps reduce carbon footprint and fight climate change.
- It provides an opportunity for rural development.
📍 The Bigger Picture
This project serves as an example and has inspired other villages in India to embrace solar power. It highlights the importance of good governance where the authorities and community work together towards progress.
Let’s continue to light up the world, one village at a time, using clean, renewable energy. To learn more about Dharnai’s journey, check out this link.