October 10th 2010A Cape Town children's home is going green with the installation of a brand new solar-powered geyser. Margaret's House has been looking after orphaned and abandoned children since 1987. It currently accommodates about 20 young people from troubled families at risk of becoming street children. The solar water heater was donated by the sustainable energy society as part of the Global Work Party initiative. The annual internet-based event sees people all over the planet getting down to work to combat climate change in their communities. Officials at the home said on Sunday they were thrilled with the device as it would cut their electricity bill in half House manager Geraldine Engel said the money they save can be better spent on their work as a non-governmental organisation (NGO). "Our electricity bill jumped to R2, 500 so o this is definitely going to bring our bill down and help save, which is what we need. It's something wonderful to help us as an NGO." she said. Source: Eye Witness news
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