Renewable Community-Led Infrastructure in the Tapajos Basin
Michigan State University
- Program Environment
- Program Initiative Land, Water and People of the Amazon Basin
- Grant Amount $300,000
- Grant Period January 1, 2027–December 31, 2028
- Location East Lansing, MI, United States
- Geographic Focus Brazil
About this grant
This project supports Michigan State University in implementing a community-engaged model for renewable energy systems in the Tapajós-Arapiuns basin of the Brazilian Amazon. Over the previous grant period, the grantee installed renewable energy systems, trained local technicians and shared lessons through media and academic publications. Over the next grant period, the grantee will expand solar infrastructure in selected communities. It will also strengthen the Federal University of Western Pará, increasing its capacity to train students and communities in solar technology and system maintenance. The grantee will share lessons for expanding community-centered renewable energy across the Amazon.