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Context and Overview
In the Campinas/Katukina Indigenous Territory in Cruzeiro do Sul, Acre, Katukina families from Mese Kamanawa Village chose to move away from the BR-364 highway to reconnect with their cultural roots and live in harmony with the forest. The lack of a safe water source exposed the community to waterborne illness and shortages.
Through this Conexão Ancestral project, the community achieved water and energy autonomy with an artesian well and a self-contained, fully sustainable photovoltaic pumping system.
Impact Achieved in Numbers
- 12 families served: 100% drinking water coverage for the entire Mese Kamanawa Village community.
- 10,000 litres/day: guaranteed minimum daily flow of clean, year-round water.
- 30 to 60 metres deep: drilling that reached the productive aquifer, free from surface contamination.
- 100% clean energy: a solar-powered pumping system with no fuel costs or dependence on external grids.
Infrastructure and Equipment Delivered
The project delivered a complete and autonomous water collection infrastructure.
| Component / Infrastructure | Technical Specification | Target / Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Artesian Well | Drilling to a depth of 30 to 60 metres with protective casing. | 1 tubular well |
| Water Propulsion System | High-efficiency submersible pump installed in the well. | 1 unit |
| Photovoltaic Generator | Photovoltaic solar panels on a support structure with an inverter/controller. | 1 solar system |
| Supply Capacity | Continuous flow of drinking water. | Minimum of 10,000 L/day |
Consolidated Results
- Public Health and Prevention: elimination of contamination risks and waterborne diseases through the daily supply of clean, treated water.
- Energy and operational autonomy: photovoltaic power reduces running costs and maintenance needs for the village.
- Territorial sustainability: direct support for 12 families reclaiming their territory and traditional way of life in the forest.
- Year-round supply: a constant, safe water source independent of climatic and seasonal fluctuations.
