Star Golden Hearts Award winner gives power to the people for a brighter future

Thanks to Tonibung's micro hydro project, rural communities in Sabah now have access to electricity. — Photos: Tonibung

In 2018, Marius and his community saw a new light. Tonibung, a Penampang-based social enterprise committed to developing sustainable alternatives for rural electrification, came to their aid. It installed a micro hydro turbine system, harnessing the power of flowing water to provide electricity to the villagers of Kampung Buayan.This was possible through the efforts of Tonibung, Sabah Shell Petroleum Company Ltd and Pacos Trust, a community-based organisation.

The benefits extend beyond individual households, Marius said. “The micro hydro system also supplies electricity to the school in Kampung Bambang. Students now have reliable Internet connection and can study at night.” With affordable and clean energy now within reach, Marius’ community has experienced a brighter future, marked by continuous progress and development.Tonibung, short for Friends of Village Development, has helped 42 villages across Malaysia since its establishment in 1999.

With affordable and clean energy now within reach, the future has been much brighter for Marius and his community. But its work, Lasimbang said, is far from over and the organisation is constantly seeking funding to support its projects.

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