The project involves installing 130 solar panels that will generate 58 kW of electricity for the health centre, delivering uninterrupted services to the public.
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Dr Akram Nassar, head of QRCS’s representation office in Gaza, underlined the importance of the project saying the governorates of Gaza suffered from recurrent power cuts for more than 12 hours daily, posing a threat to the provision of health services for patients.
The energy generated by the project will cover 90% of the electricity needs of the center’s facilities, mainly the departments of emergency, radiology, and specialised clinics, where service had been halted due to power outages.
Eng. Sufian Zidane, director of PRCS’ chapter in central Gaza, praised the new solar project, as the centre serves about 4,700 patients per month.
In addition, the new project reduces fuel emissions from electric generators, which are harmful to residents of the areas surrounding the centre.
QRCS already completed renewable energy projects in Gaza to ensure the continuity of services for its population, including a local university and many homes of poor families across the blockade. Currently, a similar project is in progress to supply three water wells with solar power.
