Soneva Fushi will be hosting Space Engineer, Astrophysicist and Inventor Dr James Gilbert, from 25th July to 10th August 2024, for exclusive astronomy-led sessions for guests. Dr Gilbert is known for his work on multiple new technologies for some of the world’s…
Patina Maldives marks Earth Day with unveiling of solar panel installation
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands has completed a solar panel installation project that amounts to USD 3 million. The installation will increase solar energy contribution from 15 percent to 50 percent of the island’s total energy requirement. In partnership with the Maldives’ leading solar energy provider, Swimsol, a total of 1937kWp of additional solar panels will become operational in October this year. From its inception, the Fari Islands’ development has been guided by sustainable architecture and design. It is the largest hospitality project to benefit from the extensive use of offsite manufacturing technology known as ‘Mass Engineered Timber’ or ’MET’, which…