Vital Illumination

Why now

Cuba faces weekly blackouts. That means dark ICUs, halted surgeries, and dry taps. The tech to fix this exists; what’s missing is a focused, hospital-first plan.

What we do

We design and build microgrids that blend solar, wind, batteries, and green-hydrogen storage. We start with Santiago de Cuba: four hospitals and priority water systems, then expand neighborhood by neighborhood.

How it works

Critical facilities are islanded so they can run 24/7. Batteries cover hours; hydrogen covers multi-day storms. Savings from displaced diesel are reinvested to reach more families.

What success looks like

• ICU uptime: lights, oxygen, and sterilization uninterrupted.

• Diesel displaced: less cost, noise, and pollution.

• Lives protected: reliable power for up to 500,000 people in the pilot city.

How we operate

Humanitarian first, politics out. Transparent budgets, open reporting, and partnerships with hospitals, engineers, and community leaders. Built to replicate across Cuba.

Join us

If you can fund, partner, or simply amplify, you’re part of the solution.
contact@vitalillumination.org

Our team

Our strength lies in our diversity. Set up by Brad Bastow, the team strives to bring in the best talent in various fields, from Not for Profit to Engineering and Fund raising.

Bradford (Brad) Bastow

Founder / Executive Director