Dhamar - SABA:
The Public Works Office in Dhamar Governorate inaugurated a project to supply, install, and operate a solar-powered street lighting system for key roads in Dhamar city.
Project Details:
- Scope: Installation of 450 solar-powered lights along the main and western ring roads.
- Funding: $300,000 USD, financed by the World Bank through the UN Office for Project Services (UNOPS) under the Emergency Integrated Urban Services Project in Yemen – Phase II.
- Technology: Hybrid lighting system with dual power sources (AC/DC), integrated solar panels, batteries, and smart control units.
Officials' Remarks:
- Eng. Moath Al-Shawkani, Director of Dhamar’s Public Works Office, praised UNOPS for enhancing public lighting with renewable energy, reducing accidents, and improving traffic flow amid Yemen’s electricity challenges.
- Eng. Mohammed Reda, Deputy Director, explained that Phase 1 covers the main road from Customs Circle to Kamaran Circle and the western ring road (including Stadium, Al-Muthalath, Al-Azraq Station, and Amran Circles). Future phases will expand coverage.
- Eng. Anas Omran, Roads Director, highlighted the lights’ high brightness, low energy consumption, long lifespan, and reliability even in rainy/cloudy conditions.
