This project is a scaled up replication of the Bequia design. It mitigates a century old water problem in Hillsborough the largest town in Carriacou. In 1891, according to Dr. Nichols’ diary, water was in such short supply that it became necessary to import water for human consumption from Grenada. In 1891 a few wells were sunk to obtain ground water. Today, most houses have their own rain water collection and storage system. Before this project was implemented the availability of water in Carriacou remained a chronic problem.
Under the project the following has been provided:
- A salt-water reverse osmosis plant powered by a photo voltaic system capable of producing 300 m3 /day (79,251 US Gallons/day) with a quality that exceeds the WHO standard.
- A water storage system capable of storing 100,000 gallons of water
- A water distribution system with home connection capability
