With the support of the Czech Republic, Energy Efficiency works were completed at "Matei Basarab" High School

On 24 March, a significant event took place at "Matei Basarab" Theoretical High School in Chișinău, marking the completion of energy efficiency repairs. This initiative is part of a broader effort to improve learning conditions in educational institutions across Moldova in response to the Ukrainian refugee crisis.

Funded by the Government of the Czech Republic through CzechAid, the project included an energy audit, thermal insulation, electrical system upgrades, and window replacements. These improvements have significantly reduced energy consumption during winter, creating a more comfortable and sustainable learning environment.

"Through this project, students will benefit from better study conditions. Our commitment extends beyond infrastructure, focusing on fostering social inclusion, especially during times of crisis, thanks to the generous support of the Czech Government,"

said Guillermo Llinas, Country Director of People in Need Moldova.

The event brought together representatives from the Ministry of Education and Research, local authorities, the Czech Embassy, school leadership, and students to celebrate the completion of these upgrades. A commemorative plaque was unveiled to highlight the project's successful implementation and the vital contribution of international and local partners.

Valentina Olaru, State Secretary at the Ministry of Education and Research, emphasised the importance of this initiative for the entire education system, stating: 

"Improving school conditions is essential for student performance. This project stands as a model of best practices in sustainable education, contributing to a more pleasant and efficient environment for students and teachers alike".

With a total budget exceeding 10 million Moldovan lei, the renovations covered five schools in different regions of Moldova: Matei Basarab High School and Alecu Russo High School in Chișinău, Ștefan cel Mare High School in Bălți, Taras Shevchenko Gymnasium, and Mihail Ciachir High School in Ceadîr-Lunga—all part of the Model Schools Network.

"These renovations were carried out in response to the challenges Moldova has faced, including hosting a significant number of refugees and the energy crisis caused by the war in Ukraine. I am pleased that today we are celebrating the success of this project, ensuring that students and teachers can continue to learn and grow in a comfortable, educational setting,"

said His Excellency Jaromír Plíšek, Ambassador of the Czech Republic to Chișinău.

Angela Cutasevici, Deputy Mayor of Chișinău, also highlighted the contribution of the People in Need team and expressed gratitude for their professionalism and responsiveness to local authorities' needs: