The production in 1993 had fallen considerably as a result of the difficult economic climate. The Ministry of Energy,Mining and Geology distributed 3000 small photovoltaic lighting systems imported from China. Each unit comprised an 11Wp amorphous silicon module manufactured by Harbin Chronar of China and a Chinese manufactured lantern unit. These lightning units were modified by the IRE to incorporate rechargable batteries and output for powering radios. Mongolia has significant wind energy resources.
Wind energy is a practical and economical solution for the nomadic families and at bag-centres.
A bag is the lowest level in the Mongolian administrative system and is the service unit closest to the nomadic livestock herders. Fund-raising for projects such as those listed below.