Day zero is always exiting, all the preparation is nearly complete and we are nearly on the ground for day 1 in Fiji. Phew! From Hobart to Brisbane today and then to Fiji tomorrow. Myself (David Dieckfoss) and Alysha Goodricke will be meeting the lucky students who will be travelling with us to Fiji for the first time. We wonder if they will be excited about the trip to Fiji?
I should explain a bit more about what Fiji Power is all about. A medical centre in a remote village in Fiji needs power for a vaccination refrigerator. Students from around Australia sent us their ideas for a renewable energy system and now three of them are heading off with us to install the system. Over the next 14 days we will be sending reports and pictures of our adventure and answering your questions. You can get in touch on the DISCUSS page if you register- we'd really love to hear from you, students, parents, Australian, Fijian... anyone interested in renewable energy. The build team comprises of engineers, electricians and builders. You'll meet everyone in coming days. This is a Bookend Trust project that helps the environment, helps people and gives us all an opportunity to learn about a renewable energy supply that is the best solution to a huge problem in remote areas.
