Two projects in Moldova win award at World Bank
The Social Investment Fund II and Energy II projects in Moldova were named one of 13 winners in the World Bank’s “Improving the Lives of People in Europe and Central Asia (ECA) 2009 – A Celebration of Learning and Innovation” competition.
“Social Investment Fund II and Energy II projects have been successful examples of partnerships at the community level. Whether we talk about renovated schools and kindergartens, rehabilitated roads, warm houses or modern hospitals it is clear that the two projects have had an impact on the quality of life of many Moldovans across the country,” said Melanie Marlett, World Bank Moldova Country Manager.
The Moldova Social Investment Fund II project was launched in August 2004. It aims to empower communities and vulnerable population groups to manage their priority development needs, through funding for community development activities, social care services and capacity building at the local level. The project has assisted over 250 localities in addressing local development needs. It has provided access to natural gas and funded major improvements in roads, schools, kindergartens, cultural centers and other social institutions across Moldova.
The Moldova Energy II project was launched in March 2004. The project aims to improve the security and reliability of the electricity transmission system and improve the availability, quality and efficiency of heating in selected buildings. To date over 35 schools, hospitals and kindergartens, in addition to 37 residential buildings have been able to renovate or install new heating systems. Over 8,000 students, approximately 1 million patients/staff/visitors and over 2000 families are benefiting from improved heating and hot water availability.
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