How Can Local Knowledge & Culture Redefine Climate Adaptation Infrastructure? - CleanTechnica

The article from CleanTechnica highlights an innovative approach to climate adaptation infrastructure through the integration of local knowledge, culture, and art in Marou Village, a vulnerable coastal community in Fiji’s Yasawa archipelago. Facing severe climate threats such as cyclones, rising sea levels, and water scarcity, the village partnered with the Land Art Generator Initiative (LAGI) to launch a design competition aimed at creating sustainable infrastructure that provides clean electricity and reliable freshwater. The competition required entries to include a solar photovoltaic mini-grid of at least 75 kW capacity, addressing both energy and water needs through regenerative systems adapted to the village’s environmental and cultural context. Out of 205 submissions from 45 countries, two winning designs were selected for their sensitivity to the land, climate, and community aspirations. One notable winning proposal, "The O" by Alberto Roncelli from Denmark, combines solar power and rainwater harvesting to generate 150 MWh of electricity and 1.2 million liters of filtered water