By Sunel Craythorne | Fundraising Administrator
We are happy to report back on our Solar Project!
We have been busy with the installation of our solar plant — with panels set on the roof of our workshop beside the homestead. These efforts are part of our mission to take HERD off the grid. Through a bank loan, we have been able to cover the full cost for the project, which we are paying off from fundraising efforts for our solar campaign.
There are many reasons for the electricity issues we face here in Hoedspruit, South Africa, which have necessitated setting up solar power. Such as: Cable theft, storms or heavy winds that cause line damage, ageing infrastructure, as well as line upgrades that cause power to be suspended periodically. We need a reliable power source for daily operations, unforeseen crisis management, carer accommodation, milk preparation, orphanage and homestead operations, lights, communication, security fencing, pumping of water, irrigation, and more.
Our solar power will help us to be more stable and provide for the elephants and their carers consistently.
Thank you to everyone who has supported our efforts to look after the elephants and their home!
Warm wishes,
The Herd Team
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