Wood Mackenzie and Let’s Share the Sun Install Solar and Storage System at Women’s Shelter in Puerto Rico

Wood Mackenzie has partnered with the nonprofit Let’s Share the Sun Foundation to deploy a solar power and energy storage system at a shelter supporting women and children fleeing domestic violence in Puerto Rico.

The initiative, supported by additional donors, aims to deliver reliable renewable energy to the facility while strengthening community resilience and supporting women’s empowerment. The solar installation was officially inaugurated during a ribbon-cutting ceremony held on International Women’s Day (March 8, 2026).

The shelter, which hosted 79 residents—including 48 women and 31 children—during the inauguration period, serves vulnerable individuals seeking protection and rehabilitation services. In 2024 alone, the facility provided support to more than 5,000 at-risk community members.

The newly installed system includes a 20.7 kW DC solar array designed to meet the shelter’s entire electricity demand. In addition, a 45 kWh energy storage system has been integrated to provide backup power during grid outages, ensuring uninterrupted operation of critical services.

According to project stakeholders, the renewable energy system is expected to reduce the shelter’s electricity expenses by approximately $700 per month, allowing the organization to redirect financial resources toward survivor support programs and community services.

Commenting on the initiative, Luke Lewandowski noted that reliable access to electricity remains a major challenge in Puerto Rico due to grid instability. He emphasized that clean energy solutions such as solar and battery storage can play a crucial role in strengthening community resilience and providing safe environments for vulnerable populations.

The project also aligns with Let’s Share the Sun Foundation’s mission, which focuses on three key pillars: improving healthcare access through reliable energy, empowering women through energy security, and supporting education through stable electricity supply.

By integrating solar generation with battery storage, the project aims to enhance operational reliability at the shelter while demonstrating how renewable energy systems can support social infrastructure and community safety in regions facing persistent power challenges.