Arup had conducted extensive on-site assessments in East Nusa Tenggara to analyse the water systems and their operation in the Malaka Regency, covering the villages of Boen, Wekeke, Biau, and Nanin. The main goal was to collect data, and gain a greater understanding of the site context, background, and the recurring challenges. This information will serve as essential inputs in developing the recommendations for Solar Chapter.
Mustika Wijaya, Executive Director of Solar Chapter, said, “The partnership between Arup and Solar Chapter represents a significant step towards improving water access and quality in rural areas of Nusa Tenggara Timur. Arup has been a great partner who believes strongly in our mission.”
“Our involvement in this project enables two-way knowledge sharing: learning from the ways that communities navigate challenges of water access alongside sharing our knowledge in planning, designing and delivering sustainable water solutions,” said Arup’s Cities Planning and Design Lead and Project Director, Safiah Moore.
Arup’s Community Engagement Officer and Project Manager, Davin Iskandar Harjatanaya, added, “We are delighted to support Solar Chapter’s programs in Nusa Tenggara Timur and we are hopeful that our joint effort would make a significant impact in promoting sustainable and equitable water access in NTT and beyond.”