BEIRUT – UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency and its partner INTERSOS in collaboration with the Water Establishment of Beirut and Mount Lebanon (EBML) inaugurated today a solar energy project for the Madiq water station in Keserwan. This project consists of a solar-powered system, including 311 solar panels which now operate the two pumps and the chlorination system of the station. The project helps provide safe and clean water to over 117,000 residents in eleven towns including Bouar, Safraa, Okaibe, Jounieh (Haret Sakhr and Ghadir), Harissa, Zouk Mosbeh, Zouk Mikael, Sahel Alma, Sarba, Tabarja, and Kfaryassin.
The ceremony was attended by Mr. Jean Gebran, the General Director of EBML, Ms. Gordana Popovic, UNHCR Assistant Representative for Programme, Mr. Frederic Cussigh, UNHCR Head of Office in Beirut and Mount Lebanon, Mr. Amir Mounif, Beirut-Mount Lebanon MoSA coordinator.
“This project illustrates UNHCR’s mission in supporting Lebanese and refugees in better accessing basic needs. This initiative enhances access to clean water for over 117,000 residents. It is important for us to partner with national institutions such as EBML to promote sustainable energy use and ensure the resilience of vital infrastructure for the communities in Keserwan”, said Frederic Cussigh, Head of UNHCR Mount Lebanon Field Office.
The project significantly enhances access to water in the eleven towns and reduces EBML’s fuel consumption fees.
“The installation of the solar system at the Madiq water station is a significant milestone in our commitment to sustainable water management. The project not only reduces the station’s operational costs, but also ensures a reliable water supply for 11 towns in Keserwan. We appreciate the collaboration with UNHCR in making this important initiative a reality.” said Mr. Jean Gebran, Director General of EBML.
As part of its ongoing support to communities across Lebanon, throughout 2023, UNHCR and partners have implemented innovative solutions through 58 community support projects. These projects have increased Lebanese and refugees’ access to sustainable energy by providing solar-powered electricity to primary healthcare centres, governmental hospitals, water establishment stations and streetlights, benefiting over 1.5 million persons in more than 66 towns and villages across the country.
In 2023, over 358,000 individuals, Lebanese and refugees, benefited from UNHCR projects in Beirut and Mount Lebanon alone.
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