Rotary Club of Beirut Cedars Inaugurates 50KW Photovoltaic System
Vahan Tekeyan School
Beirut, February 8 th 2024 – A milestone for green energy in education was celebrated as the Rotary Club
of Beirut Cedars unveiled a 50KW photovoltaic system at Vahan Tekeyan School. This significant event,
held on February 8 th 2024, marked a new era of sustainable development and educational support.
The ceremony began with PP Ghassan Hajjar, Master of Ceremony, emphasizing the Rotary’s enduring
principles as embodied by the Four-Way Test. VIP guests, inclusive of Rotary leaders and community
stalwarts, were warmly introduced, heralding a collaborative spirit.
​Mrs. Annie Lachinian Magarian, Chairperson of the school board, offered an engaging historical
perspective on the Tekeyan Cultural Association’s role in education since 1947 and welcomed the
inauguration of the photovoltaic project. This initiative, she noted, not only meets the school’s energy
needs but also significantly alleviates budgetary constraints, allowing for enhanced educational
programs. She expressed her gratitude to both the Rotary Club Beirut Cedars for its attachment to
helping the school following the Beirut blast under PP Hagop Dantziguian tenure and the donors for
their trust in TCA.
PP Hagop Dantziguian presented the project’s narrative, from conception to completion, presented the
technical aspects of the solution, and recognized the key contributors, thanking Rotary Club Los Angeles
Cedars to always being there for the community. He emphasized on how the ball started rolling upon
the wish of Beirut-LA City to support a school of the Armenian community in Lebanon with a
photovoltaic system. He also thanked the expertise and support provided by Narinco and its General
Manager Norayr Elmayan. He also cited the system's robust performance since January, underscoring its
value as the seasons progress.
​Representatives from the project donors shared their respective visions for the initiative. Speaking for
the Clara Margossian Trust, Mrs. Anahid Dantziguian conveyed the Trust’s commitment to educational
projects and its broader mission to meet the communits needs, including healthcare, addressing the
care trustee Dr. Varouj Altebarmakian has for the communities in the diaspora and in Armenia.
Meanwhile, Mr. Ara Kalfayan, representing Los Angeles Beirut Sister Cities, highlighted their focus on
enhancing educational opportunities and bridging learning experiences between Lebanon and the
American market.
P. Ramzi Abou Samah recounted the Rotary Club’s significant contributions to local communities, while
Deputy District Governor Chawkat Houalla conveyed Rotarys support for sustainable projects, echoing
District Governor Bashar Haddad's endorsement.
The event was brought to a close by the Master of Ceremony, who reaffirmed the Rotarys;Service Above Self; A networking buffet provided by the school created a space for dialogue on
collaboration and future ventures.
The Rotary Club of Beirut Cedars extends its heartfelt gratitude to all partners, donors, and participants
who contributed to this project, now a beacon of hope and a symbol of a sustainable, enlightened
future
For more information about the project or the Rotary Club of Beirut Cedars, please check
https://rcbeirutcedars.org/
