On June 29, 2023, RA government approved the proposal to sign a financing agreement between RA and European Commission on "Sustainable energy, energy security and resilience to climate change in rural areas of Armenia". The European Commission will provide a grant of 6.5 million euros to Armenia to alleviate energy poverty in rural areas of Armenia, increase energy security and independence, mitigate climate change and preserve natural resources and ecosystems.
The project implemented in Tavush, Shirak, Gegharkunik and Syunik Regions. Low-income households and community buildings in rural areas will be equipped with energy-efficient equipment, solar water heaters, photovoltaic plants, and thermal insulation works will be carried out. At the same timewill be, awareness-raising activities will be carried out․
June 30, 2023 at 16:53