Electricity Committee

INTRODUCTION

The Electricity Committee is set up to:

1. Revitalize Existing Electricity Infrastructure in Amuvi

2. Empower The Community Through Sustainable Energy Solutions Electricity Committee

Notes:

a. Electricity service for Arochukwu town is serviced by Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC).

b. Amuvi is served through a 33KV Distribution feeder from Itu in Cross River state (approx. 50 Km to Arochukwu.)

c. The feeder passes through other rural communities and heavy vegetation and has frequent long-term outages.

d. An alternate 132KV transmission line and local transmission substation have been delayed for over 20 years.

e. Electric customer homes in the Amuvi community are locally served through five (300KVA each) distribution substation transformers and 415V distribution lines.

MISSION

Ensure Reliability and Efficiency of Electrical Systems in our Community to Enhance Safety.

ACHIEVEMENT OF THE ELECTRICTY COMMITTEE

Renewable Energy Supply Initiative:

• The Solar Street Light Effort – Light Up Amuvi Phase 2 (Pictures of completed, Quote number installed, how many more needed, show pictures of kids studying under street lights, small commercial activities, Provide Estimates in USD).

• Rooftop solar efforts for other community assets – HealthcareCentre, Elementaryand Secondary Schools, etc. (Pictures of community assets, Provide Estimates in USD).

CHALLENGES

Some factors that impact service recovery after a failure/fault occurs are:

a. damaged transformers

b. broken electrical poles

c. sagging or exposed wires

d. burnt equipment e vandalized Equipment

f. outdated equipment

g. unauthorized network changes by frustrated customers

h. overgrown vegetation around equipment i people & Financial resource constraints

a. Enhance and maximize utilization of existing infrastructure • Restoration of all 3-phases of existing transformers and networks (Provide Estimates in USD) • Procurement and installation of additional assets (Provide Estimates in USD)

CONCLUSION

The Electricity Committee is committed to revitalizing the electricity infrastructure in Amuvi and empowering the community through sustainable energy solutions.

Our comprehensive plan outlines a clear roadmap for upgrading the existing infrastructure, increasing energy efficiency, and promoting renewable energy sources.

By implementing these recommendations, we aim to:

– Enhance the reliability and quality of electricity supply

– Reduce energy poverty and increase access to affordable energy

– Promote environmental sustainability and reduce carbon footprint

We believe that a reliable, efficient, and sustainable electricity infrastructure is the backbone of a thriving community. We are dedicated to working collaboratively with stakeholders, including the community, government agencies, and private sector partners, to achieve our vision of a brighter, more sustainable future for Amuvi. Together, we can illuminate the path to prosperity and empower the community to reach its full potential.