Adonara, Indonesia
In Development
Overview
Country: Indonesia · Region: Adonara Island, East Flores Regency, East Nusa Tenggara · Research focus: Community solar
An island off the eastern tip of Flores, in Indonesia’s East Nusa Tenggara province.
Proposed Field Research Questions
- How do villages currently access electricity, and at what cost?
- Which community facilities would benefit most from reliable power, according to residents?
- What recovery needs remain from past flood events, if any?
Potential Needs
- Possible community solar or energy access needs.
- Possible flood-recovery infrastructure needs.
Existing Organisations and Recovery Context
Existing NGOs and grassroots organisations: In Development.
Background from published reports:
- Tropical Cyclone Seroja (April 2021) caused deadly flash floods and landslides on Adonara.
Local Research
In Development. A destination research brief would cover sources and unknowns, community contacts and permissions, cultural orientation, safety and access, language, visas, insurance, costs and communication.
Cultural Considerations
- Customary and religious leaders may play a role in community decisions; learn local protocol before visits.
- Request visits through the village head (kepala desa).
Anticipated Logistics
- Reached via eastern Flores (Larantuka) and a short sea crossing; schedules to be confirmed.
- Bahasa Indonesia is the national language; local languages are also spoken.
Estimated Budget
In Development.
Travel Suitability
Island travel with basic local transport; suits independent travellers.
Contacts and Permissions
In Development.
Project Earth Support
If this trip goes ahead, Project Earth would provide a destination research brief, a field brief with agreed check-ins, a remote Project Earth contact and coordination through one centrally nominated Travel Agent.
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