“There are essentially three options for us to evaluate relative to creating a power source for Kpobikofe: generating wind power; building a small diesel-powered plant capable of generating approximately 300 kilowatts; or devising a connection to the national power distribution system in the outskirts of Accra. ” he states. “We remain uncertain precisely how far out of Accraproper the national power lines extend. If we are lucky, and they are within four or five kilmoetres, we may be able to make a viable connection. But presently, we are inclined to view the construction of a small diesel-powered plant as the most feasible approach, ” Trifu explains. He outlines that phase III of the project, consists of two main factors. “The foundation ’s aim is the introduction of healthcare as a basic necessity. It consists of a space equipped with minimal utilities and a permanent nurse, in combination with periodic doctor ’s visits, focused on registering all the members of the population in the National
Healthcare Program. The second factor involves developing skills through training and education, which will induce the implementation of new techniques for rural construction, agriculture and any other requirements that represent daily necessities as required by the village community. ” When asked about the resource logistics planned for realizing this vision, Trifu strongly emphasizes: “We will concentrate on utilizing material and human resources available locally, as much as possible. Any materials and equipment that are not locally available, will be obtained from anywhere in the world, possibly Romania (Eastern Europe), due to the economical savings it represents, as well as its facilitation of purchasing and delivery. Qualified personnel from Romania will educate and train residents on equipment maintenance, so that long after we have left, the residents will be able to maintain the systems and equipment that will be left in their possession. ” Trifu further explained that Romanian personnel is more adequate to carry out this task,
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