Beirut:Under the patronage and directives of President Mahmoud Abbas, Ahmad Abu Holi, a member of Fatah's Central Committee and the PLO Executive Committee, inaugurated a solar energy project designed to power water wells at the Mar Elias refugee camp in Beirut, Lebanon. This initiative aims to provide a sustainable energy source for the camp.
According to Palestine news & Information Agency – WAFA – English, this project was carried out in collaboration with the Embassy of the State of Palestine in Lebanon, represented by Ambassador Mohammad Al-Asaad, and in partnership with businessman Munib al-Masri. During the inauguration ceremony, Abu Holi highlighted the significance of this project as an essential step in ensuring regular daily water supply and improving the living conditions of Palestinian refugees at the camp.
The project is expected to serve the residents of Mar Elias camp by resolving its water crisis, reducing operational costs, and protecting the environment through the use of clean energy. Abu Holi also mentioned plans to implement similar projects at the Jalil and Beddawi refugee camps with support from Munib al-Masri and in cooperation with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA).
Ambassador Al-Asaad emphasized the embassy's ongoing commitment to collaborating with Lebanese authorities and the Refugee Affairs Department to meet the needs of Palestinian refugee camps. He acknowledged Lebanon's contributions in hosting Palestinian refugees and facilitating their needs.
Businessman Munib al-Masri expressed his commitment to the project, noting its positive impact on ensuring daily water access and alleviating the water crisis within the camp. He affirmed his dedication to continuing similar initiatives across Palestinian camps in Lebanon.