Dirt floors, hammocks for beds, and no electricity may sound like something from the wild west, but for many Guatemalans, it is a reality still today.
In October, CVEC Lineman Allan Thacker joined 18 fellow line workers from the VMDAEC to bring electricity to 500 residents in the rural village of Santa Isabel, Guatemala. For 19 days, the United We Light Team battled extreme heat, rough roads, political protests, fuel shortages, and flat tires to construct and energize 5 miles of line to 103 service connections. They also installed lights and fans in homes, as well as in each of the school’s classrooms.
Many in the village were excited about their children not having to do homework by candlelight, while others were excited about having lights on the soccer field and being able to start new business ventures. Thanks to Allan and all who helped transform countless lives in Guatemala. #TransformingLives #ItStartsWithPower
To hear more about Allan’s journey, watch the video below.