Kuching | Jan-15 | Lighting Up Off-Grid Rural Communities with Sustainable & Renewable Micro-Hydro...

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Lighting Up Off-Grid Rural Communities with Sustainable & Renewable Micro-Hydro Energy.

Time Saver Information Safety

Small scale hydro generators

Cheap and renewable source of energy

Simple system, easy maintenance

Low cost Two types of hydro used

Gravity-fed micro hydro turbine generator

River-powered floating hydro generator

Generator

Automatic Voltage Regulator

Energy-efficient LED lamps

Water piping Electrical cables

Suitable location Water source potential Hydro Design Procurement and construction Site installation

Volunteers from the city Volunteers from the community

Positive response from community Positive response from volunteers