ScienceIraq’s solar villages show how to build an energy transition that lasts

In rural Kurdistan, the village of Kulak now has round-the-clock electricity from solar panels and batteries, keeping water pumps and cold storage operating and giving farmers more control over their livelihoods. The initiative trains residents to maintain the systems and links energy access to agricultural development, presenting decentralised power as a long-term solution for remote communities rather than a temporary bridge to grid expansion.

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AAl Jazeera★★☆☆☆2026-08-21 14:50Original