PDLs graduate from solar gasifier stove training

Baguio City Jail-Male Dorm head  J/Supt. Mary Ann Tresmanio said nine persons deprived of liberty (PDLs) detained at the facility graduated recently from a solar gasifier stove design training that started in January with a fellow PDL serving as mentor.

During flag-raising rites at City Hall, April 4, where she reported on the BCJ-MD’s accomplishments,  Tresmanio said the PDLs were able to create three gasifier stoves that use solar power instead of LPG or electricity thus saving on rising energy costs.      

Tresmanio disclosed that 11 PDL’s were originally part of the training but two were earlier released from detention before they were able to finish and  graduate with the rest.

With 386 PDLs currently in detention, he said the BCJ-MD aims to conduct more trainings and produce stoves that will be sold and the proceeds will benefit PDLs and their families while they are still in detention.       

The trainings will also provide PDLs the added benefit of having additional livelihood skills when they are released from detention, Tresmanio stressed.    

She revealed, however, that the facility lacks funding to purchase the needed materials for the solar gasifier stove design training and is requesting the public for assistance.   

Those interested to help can visit the BCJ-MD office located beside the Baguio City Police Office (across City Hall) or call 309-5874 so they can be informed on what materials are needed, Tresmanio said. – Gaby B. Keith