Atauro Cannossa Youth Training Centre

Project Overview

This project delivers a hybrid solar power system to support vocational training and daily learning activities at the Atauro Cannossa Youth Training Centre on Atauro Island, Timor-Leste.
The project is supported by Asia Dreams and was developed to address ongoing energy access challenges on the island, where grid electricity is available for limited hours and frequently experiences outages during both daytime and nighttime.

Energy Context

Atauro Island continues to face significant energy infrastructure constraints.
Electricity supply is typically limited to approximately 12 hours per day, with complete shutdowns during the night and intermittent outages during daylight hours.

These conditions directly affect:
– Night-time study and training activities
– Use of computers, lighting, and essential equipment
– Overall reliability of the learning environment for students

Solar System Solution

To improve energy reliability and learning conditions, GoKoval installed a 6 kWp hybrid solar PV system paired with 23 kWh of battery storage.

The system enables:
– Continuous power supply during nighttime grid shutdowns
– Backup electricity during daytime outages
– Stable energy for lighting, training equipment, and digital learning tools
– Reduced reliance on the limited local grid infrastructure

Project Details

– Location: Atauro Island
– Beneficiary: Atauro Cannossa Youth Training Centre over 200+ students
– Supported by: Asia Dreams
– System Size: 6 kWp Solar PV
– Battery Storage: 23 kWh
– System Type: Hybrid (Solar + Battery + Grid)
– Year: 2026

Impact

This system significantly improves the quality and continuity of education at the training centre by ensuring reliable electricity during critical learning hours, particularly at night. It also demonstrates the role of right-sized, hybrid solar solutions in strengthening education infrastructure in remote island communities.