Minister of Energy and Mines Waldir Ayasta Mechán announced on April 9 that the Centro de Educación Básica Especial (CEBE) “Luis Braille” in Comas has been connected to natural gas, marking progress in social inclusion and improved educational conditions. The project was completed through the Fondo de Inclusión Social Energético (FISE) in partnership with Calidda, enabling the use of natural gas for the school’s cafeteria, showers, dressing rooms, and pool facilities.
The initiative aims to reduce energy costs for preparing meals for the center’s 245 students and support activities such as sports and therapy sessions using heated water provided by natural gas under the Bonogas program. During a symbolic ceremony at the school’s cafeteria, Ayasta said that access to energy is “a right and an essential service that contributes to development and improves well-being and quality of life.”
Ayasta also said that since 2016, Bonogas has delivered clean, safe, and affordable energy to more than one million seven hundred thousand families and institutions across Peru. He noted that currently “893 schools have access to natural gas service,” which provides savings of up to 62 percent compared with other fuels while improving safety, continuity of service, and conditions for educational activities.
“A través del servicio de gas natural, el Estado conecta educación y desarrollo, creando mejores oportunidades para que niñas, niños y jóvenes estudien en condiciones más dignas, seguras y sostenibles. Desde el sector minero energético estamos complacidos en ayudar y contribuir a la educación del país, y queremos seguir articulando en beneficio de más peruanos,” Ayasta said.
The Luis Braille institution specializes in educating students with special needs who are visually impaired. It also offers technical training programs as well as classes for adults seeking basic education completion.
According to the official website, the Ministerio de Energía y Minas manages policies supporting sustainable economic growth while protecting communities and fostering harmonious relations among sector participants. The ministry operates from its headquarters in San Borja along with regional offices throughout Peru; it issues regulations guiding mining and energy practices nationwide.
