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How Is Solar Power Being Used In Developing Countries?
Africa and Asia are homes to many of the world’s developing countries. Interestingly, most African countries experience strong sunlight for about 325 days per year, amounting to over 6kWh/m2 of energy daily. But solar power in developing countries is the least harnessed due to the lack of capacity and knowledge needed to convert such power into useable electricity. Although, China and India are quickly evolving with the pace. So, how is solar power used in developing countries? The most common solar power applications are for houses and water heaters. Moreover, these countries have also devised …
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The Impact of Solar Lamp Posts in Africa
A few years ago, the idea of utilizing solar lanterns in the African Continent was shunned by a prominent African who thinks that the idea is only looking down on them and their poverty. Several people agreed to the notion of the said prominent African. However, after seeing the significant benefits of solar lamp posts, many Africans changed their minds. The light provided by solar lamp posts is not merely for vision. It can also be used to power up mobile phones, improve the safety and overall quality of the African people, and enhance their …
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Africa’s Off-Grid Funding Shifts
According to GOGLA, a Netherlands-based off-grid solar industry body, there’s a shift in Africa’s investment. The continent has been in the spotlight as a land full of opportunities for off-grid solar. But what has been surprising is that West Africa received more than twice the investments of other African countries. They were able to secure $142 million of investment during 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic. The investment remained steady despite the challenges. However, there was still a decrease in acquisitions and investments, partly due to the inability to perform due diligence because of Covid-19’s restrictions …
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Lending Domestic Currency Accelerates The Transition to Renewable Energy
To accelerate the transition to renewable energy sources, the deployment of renewable energy technologies must be scaled up. The renewable energy sector is becoming more attractive for those looking for more cost-efficient and stable energy sources through the years as costs for its deployment steadily decline. However, there are locations wherein most investments in renewable energy resources come from credit export organizations and international developments. Because of their low willingness to risk technologies not yet proven in their vicinity, domestic financial institutions are reluctant to lend financial aid to projects in developing renewable energy technologies …
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