People benefitted from solar street lighting
Rural youth trained in solar skills in border villages
Youth leaders trained as renewable energy technicians
People benefitted by the ‘Light a Home’ project
There should be a solar energy revolution too, as more villages get solar power, there will be light in every household even at night.
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
There should be a solar energy revolution too, as more villages get solar power, there will be light in every household even at night.
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
socially and environmentally inclusive development
Harnessing Clean & Sustainable Energy Source
The Art of Living’s Sri Sri Rural Development Programme (SSRDP) brings clean, sustainable, off-grid solar energy to underserved and remote communities across India. By replacing unsustainable fuels with renewable energy, the initiative empowers marginalized groups, improves livelihoods, and promotes long-term environmental sustainability. Through awareness campaigns, local entrepreneur training, and community dialogues, SSRDP ensures adoption, maintenance, and local leadership for lasting impact.
Key Objectives
- Solar microgrids, lanterns, and home lighting systems provide electricity in off-grid villages.
- Local entrepreneurs manage solar charging stations, creating sustainable livelihoods.
- Skill development centres train youth in installation, repair, and maintenance of solar products.
- Improved access to energy, supporting economic development.
- Communities get improved education, safety, and well-being through lighting access.
- Nomadic tribes and forest-dwelling communities gain access to clean, portable solar solutions.
- Reduced reliance on kerosene and unsustainable fuels, benefiting the environment.
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