In commemoration of Global Wind Day, six top-performing learners from two primary schools in the Noupoort area participated in a guided and educational tour of the local wind farm.
IN COMMEMORATION of Global Wind Day on June 15, six top-performing learners from two primary schools in the Noupoort area participated in a guided and educational tour of the local wind farm.
Hosted by Noupoort Wind Farm, the tour helped to raise awareness around the importance of clean power sources and to inspire and educate young minds about the importance of renewable energy.
The highlight of the day for the learners from Ikhwezi Lokusa Primary School and Noupoort Combined School was the captivating presentation by Msindisi Mtengwane, a senior plant technician at the wind farm who shared his expertise with enthusiasm.
Mtengwane took them on an unforgettable guided tour of the wind turbines, while explaining the concept of renewable energy generation.
Sandisiwe Mntonintshi, the Noupoort economic development manager, said the experience provided an exceptional platform to empower and educate the local youth about the significance of clean and sustainable energy sources.
“By involving these learners, the event creates a meaningful impact and encourages the exploration of renewable energy career pathways,” said Mntonintshi.
The learners had the opportunity to participate in a writing competition, expressing how the wind farm has benefited their home town.
The competition forms part of an ongoing awareness programme titled ‘Clean Energy, Brighter Future’, which was launched in 2016 and continues to work alongside local schools to broaden their understanding and experience of clean, green energy, with an emphasis on wind power.
As a culmination of the event, the learners were treated to a wholesome meal prepared by a local woman-owned business.
