Vista Alegre, Darién, Panama
Solea Water designed and constructed a municipal water system for Vista Alegre based on their existing resources. Upon arrival, the community had a weak water infrastructure using a river water source replaced with a well. Solea specifically worked on an intake and electrical system for the community before initiating a government project. A well site was identified, drilled, and the water tested, proving its viability. Solea is currently working to improve the functionality of the water system.
Solea Water also provided ongoing WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) education when appropriate in conjunction with completing the water infrastructure. WASH training utilized local teachers, clinic workers, and health promoters when possible to avoid any cross-cultural education issues that may arise and increase capacity through a “train the trainer” model of education.
Through the efforts of this project, including the municipal water system and WASH education, Solea Water sees a brighter future for the people of Vista Alegre. This future includes improved health, decreased infant mortality, decreased waterborne illnesses, increased time in the classroom for students, and an overall increase in the quality of life for the people of Vista Alegre.
Population: 500
Local Partner: MB Mission
project: Municipal Water System
Project Cost: $3,000
Project Funding: Solea Water Donations
Ongoing Work
Solea Water is currently working in Vista Alegre to make improvements to the functionality of the community’s water system. Visit our donations page to support Vista Alegre and other Solea Water projects!