it is time we step up and fill this need. I have no special training in engineering but I believe in this idea. and can invest in it. I need answers on how it cannot happen, then how it can. ours maynot be as efficient but efficacy first.

I would like to meet up with you sir, my name is Akin and my phone number is 08053770805.
Have a nice day.

Hi Mr NEL,

This is something i have been thinking about and done some work on while in school and after.

I have an engineering background though not trained on making solar panels. Also i have a sound business background, so i can employ both to see how it CAN HAPPEN. I even have already made proposals on ground.

Kindly reach me on ibizconsult@gmail.com for further details. I don't like placing my phone numbers on public forums. Will give you as soon as you contact me on mail.

Regards

MR NEL:

it is time we step up and fill this need. I have no special training in engineering but I believe in this idea. and can invest in it. I need answers on how it cannot happen, then how it can. ours maynot be as efficient but efficacy first.

Thanks MR NEL,

I have a do it yourself manual which makes it possible for average Nigerians
to build,install and get clean energy at a very cheap price with local materials


Almost all the materials are available locally except for the CELLS which one can
always buy from china through alibaba dot com or other solar equipments
sources online.

It is possible

naijacutee:

This is also an area I'm interested in. Even though manufacturing solar panels in Nigeria is likely to be a profitable venture, I do not think it is an easy task. The amount of research that would be required to assess the possibility of making Nigerian solar panels which are relevant to our needs, and which are also priced within reach of the average Nigerian cannot be underestimated.

I feel we don't need to start all over, we just need to borrow
and transfer the technologies to Nigeria

Cell is the brain of a complete solar panel we can have the cells
and the Batteries from advanced nations while we produce the
rest like Inverters,cables,plugs and tripods and other miscelinuos
packaging suites.

The Cells and the Batteries varies from manufacturer to manufacturers
but the best Cells are known for there ability to convert more of the
rays it received to electricity and the battery lives spans too

It is possible

Solar power system is possible in Nigeria.
But the challenge will be from those corrupt nigerians frustrating PHCN efforts in Nigeria. I mean those in generator and diesel business.

I am very interested in production of nigerian-made solar panels, inverters and deep cycle batteries.

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I am glad at the response. Akin I'll sure get to you. my email addy is stillnadis@yahoo.com Though I am very practical, I believe in talk- good talk. there is the possibility. it won't be easy. I subscribe to finishing the process here and outsourcing the rest- for the time being. the key word in my own opinion is the comparative advantage we have. equatorial location of our nation.

but for now. anyone with info on progress in removing the tax tariff on importing solar modules.

keep this on the burner pls

I am discussing with a Chinese coy in importing solar panel for some property developers in Nigeria. I also wish to supply to other interested buyers. I wil apreciate your update on progress made in your research so that i wil work more with nigerians, but that is after I'v seen their previous jobs.

@blunt, I would appreciate if you give me an idea of your prices @ stillnadis@yahoo.com.

might need it.

producing solar panel locally is capital intensive.
i represent manufacturer of solar panel and other solar related product in Nigeria.
For more info call:+2347029057105
Thanks!

tee04:

producing solar panel locally is capital intensive.
i represent manufacturer of solar panel and other solar related product in Nigeria.
For more info call:+2347029057105
Thanks!

Stop decieving others, what is capital intensive in assembling solar panels in nigeria. most of the requirements are available locally. what need to be imported are the cells and the cells can be imported from china instead of importing the completed panels from china.

We install Solar Panel production line from 10mw/annual capacity to 50mw per annual capacity, completed line with prefab building and back-up generator. pricing structure are:
10MW annual capacity: $849,000
20MW annual capacity: $1.5m
50MW annual capacity: $2.5m

we can also install a complete Solar cell production line or either 15Mw capacity or 30Mw capacity at €9m and 12m respectively.
sales@primatronics.eu for full detail

I am yet to see a house that is totally dependent on solar power (i don't mean those one-two panel experiments).I mean heavy duty paneling for all domestic needs.Does anyone have pictures?

^^it is very very uneconmical

the cost for one is a sharp slant of waste of money as the electricity generated is not enough to cover the cost.

I thought as much.And i have this thought of using solar panels in my dream house but i doubt the cost effectiveness.

ogb5:

Stop decieving others, what is capital intensive in assembling solar panels in nigeria. most of the requirements are available locally. what need to be imported are the cells and the cells can be imported from china instead of importing the completed panels from china.

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You mean import the cells and assemble here, that will reduce the cost drastically o. let talk bro, I will google it online and see wat i turn out. Cheers

@ojesyms
pls what's the current market price for 200W plate?

MR NEL:

@ojesyms
pls what's the current market price for 200W plate?

Ours is a 12v, 200W solar panel, it goes for 200k

i bought a video tutorial online on how to build the solar panel including connection and installation, its very sharp and the audio is very clear. all i need is the Solar Modules. then i can build it myself. u can contact me on bigoluway30@yahoo.com and we can work things out.

AN IDEA: Why don't some of us pool together our knowledge to get this done?  I'm convinced that there are enough of us here who are seriously interested in making this happen in Nigeria.

Working on the premise that we all have the same plan and goal in mind and aren't looking to short-change one another, why not get our respective knowledge and experience together?

Just a thought

ojesymsym:


I am also into installation of solar panels, we actualy have 200W panels in stock, are they expensive? of course they are, I am interested in this cells part u jst mentioned.
You mean import the cells and assemble here, that will reduce the cost drastically o. let talk bro, I will google it online and see wat i turn out. Cheers

You are right, assembling the panels locally will reduce cost drastically. If you are interested we can put something together on it. It should not cost more than 60,000 naira to build a 200w solar panel

@ N101, totally agree with you. Why the first place having this thread? Is it not to bring together knowledge-based people for technology advancement in solar power? But it's only here we decide to work independently. Until we learn to be united then we can move this country forward.

THE SOLUTION HERE IS , HOW MANY PEOPLE IS INTERESTED, WHO HAS THE CONNECTION TO GET THE SOLAR MODULES AT A CHEAP RATE, WHO HAS THE KNOWLEDGE TO COUPLE IT, WHO HAS THE MONEY TO FINANCE IT, WE CAN ARRANGE TO MEET AT A PARTICULAR PLACE AND RUB MINDS , THEN THE SECOND STEPS,

Folks I AM GLAD WE ARE MAKING PROGRESS. I SUGGEST WE ALL GO DO A LITTLE RESEARCH.
THE QUESTIONS
THE MODULES?
POSSIBILITY IN NIGERIA
ASSEMBLING
OUTPUT CAPACITY/annum FOR A 500 MILLION INVESTMENT (in terms of finished pdts in watts)
OTHER POSSIBILITIES BESIDES THE AVAILABLE INFO
IS IT POSSIBLE TO CONCENTRATE THE SOLAR BEAM WITH MIRRORS (AN IDEA ON A SOLAR STATION)

OTHER RESEARCH QUESTIONS ARE WELCOME

FOLKS I AM NOT AFRAID ABOUT SOMEONE STEALING PRECIOUS IDEAS.
I BELIEVE WE DESIRE TO SEE THE PRODUCTS ON THE SHELVES; THE PERSON SHOULD GO AHEAD BUT MEANWHILE WE ARE HERE FOR A TIME LIKE THIS TO SAY "LET THERE BE LIGHT"

FEEL ME?

Count me in. I've also read a manual on DIY solar panel and understood it quite right.

you welcome gentlemen

Where is everyone? 

Yes i can get the Cells for this. I accept we have all the necessary tools. I can project manage this if you want to come onboard just send a mail to dialcentre@ymail.com

If the Subsidy of fuel is lifted as it looks running a Gen-set will be so costly. Likewise meting the growing demand for electricity in Nigeria is very dificult without introducing Solar Technologies. Let us collaborate now this is the only way to become independent.

We will divide into these groups
Photovotaic Cells Suppliers
DeepCycle Battery Supplier
Inverter Producers
Aluminum Couplers and wiring Assemblers
Installation Engineers and artisans

Join the group by sending your mail to dialcentre@ymail.com The Target is at least N70,000 for a three bedroom flat thanks N30,000 FOR 1BEDROOM FLAT