the adoption of solar technology. They also act as an initial distribution network for early sales by SunnyMoney.
As demand grows in the community SunnyMoney then trains and equips local agents to sell solar lights so that they become permanently available and so that the local economy can benefit from the growing solar market.
Through this model sales of solar lights have increased exponentially in the last 18 months and SunnyMoney is the lead retailer of solar lights across Africa.
The overall aim of the innovative distribution model is to eradicate the kerosene lamp from Africa by 2020. This requires stimulating a market for solar products that will provide rural low income families the opportunity to invest in them. Kerosene is dangerous and unhealthy but most notably is cripplingly expensive locking families into a cycle of poverty. Kerosene is purchased in small amounts regularly and is readily available.
Victron Energy B.V. EasySolar
VICTRON ENERGY, a Dutch power solutions provider behind EasySolar, all- in-one solar power solution; combining an ultra-fast MPPT solar charge controller, an inverter/charger and AC distribution, all in one enclosure. EasySolar, is an integrated, smart, total power solution.
With an reduction in wiring EasySolar provides ease of use combined with a maximum return on investment.
When using the 24V model, it is possible to use up to 1400 Watt of solar power and with 1600VA continuous inverter power, even peaks of 3000 Watt can behandled without any problems.
The AC distribution consists of an RCD and four AC outputs protected by circuit breakers. One output is controlled by the AC input and will switch on only when AC is available.
All that is needed to reap the full benefit of solar energy is EasySolar, some solar panels and batteries. EasySolar takes power solutions one stage further; by combining an Ultra fast BlueSolar charge controller (MPPT), an inverter/charger and AC distribution all in one enclosure.
No additional fuse box is needed any more; EasySolar provides an easy to use, cost efficient and safe solution for AC distribution at for example a holiday home.
PowerAssist technology protects the utility or generator supply from being overloaded, by adding extra inverter power when needed.
PV Materials Enabling Award
Dow Corning PV-5802 Electrically Conductive Adhesive
PV-5802 is a high performance, reliable, silicone-bazed, electrically conductive adhesive for back-contact photovoltaic module assembly.
Dow Corning PV-5802 Electrically Conductive Adhesive is a one-component metal-filled silicone which has been specifically designed for electrical and mechanical bonding between cells and conductive backsheets for back-contact PV modules.
The product is considered a reliable enabler for the emerging back-contact
module assembly process, permitting automation, high throughput and high yield.
Dow CorningPV-5802 Electrically Conductive Adhesive is a state-of-the-art, proven silicone-based technology which offers superior performance, flexibility and durability.
DSM Advanced Surface
KhepriCoat
DSM ADVANCED SURFACES provides solutions for the development and application of smart coatings. KhepriCoat, is designed for glass and the company
plans to expand this range into smart coatings for plastics and films. KhepriCoat enables glass to transmit more light, instead of reflecting it, thus boosting performance across a range of industries and applications.
KhepriCoat is a superior performing anti- reflective coating technology for solar cover glass. By reducing the amount of sunlight that is simply reflected back off the panels, KhepriCoat ensures that more of the sun’s energy is captured – and therefore more energy produced by each solar panel. This is an important sustainability advantage – and a great example of how DSM is using its technology to help address climate change.
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