The extension of the grant was done symbolically in the Coordinating Ministry for People's Welfare office complex here Monday, witnessed by the People's Welfare Minister Agung Laksono.
"The government will distribute the solar panels to remote and outer areas still needing electricity supply. Technology is expected to support the creation of environmental friendly social infrastructure," said Agung.
The grant considered to be suitable for Indonesian geographical condition which is located in the equator and receives sun light throughout the year.
Therefore, Indonesia has a huge potential to develop solar power installations, he said.
Agung also said that these solar panels operation is very simple, easy to use with quite low maintenance costs.
"Therefore, this technology is very suitable to be applied in areas that have no electricity supply. Though the electricity supply is limited for home use, but it is a renewable solution," he said.(*/T007)
: Nyoman Budhiana
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