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When Will Nigerians Start Using Solar Energy For Households? by mrsage(m): 11:03pm On Jan 01, 2019 |
Very few Nigerians use solar energy. I've been doing some research about solar energy and im rally surprised why we are yet to fully embrace It. Obvious Facts about Solar Energy. It is a tested and trusted alternative source of power. It is clean, no noise, no fumes or smoke. We have enough sunlight in Lagos and all around Nigeria. It is cheaper on the long term. No need to buy fuel, minimal repairs too. Now why are we still using the noisy generators? Why are we avoiding solar energy to power our houses? I will be glad if we can have a conversation....... 1 Like |
Re: When Will Nigerians Start Using Solar Energy For Households? by SUPERPACK: 11:27pm On Jan 01, 2019 |
The answer is ignorance. we have become so accustomed to AC devices, which consumes much power, and are too heavy to be powered by affordable solar systems. People arent aware of power efficient DC electronics that are now the latest. Secondly there is little or no public enlightenment concerning how solar will save money for us on the long run. |
Re: When Will Nigerians Start Using Solar Energy For Households? by LadySarah: 3:05am On Jan 02, 2019 |
Affordability.Not everyone is boxed up like you guys. Last Yr we called them to install for us and they charged #300k.I was aghast even when I was told it won't even be able to power my freezer . So with the non existent light I my area then,if we opt for this,how do I preserve my food? |
Re: When Will Nigerians Start Using Solar Energy For Households? by mrsage(m): 8:08am On Jan 02, 2019 |
SUPERPACK: Interesting.... |
Re: When Will Nigerians Start Using Solar Energy For Households? by mrsage(m): 8:14am On Jan 02, 2019 |
LadySarah: Solar purchase is more expensive than the regalar generator. However its cheaper on thè long run. Just calculate the cost of petrol and generator repairs over time. |
Re: When Will Nigerians Start Using Solar Energy For Households? by meobizy(f): 5:26pm On Jan 02, 2019 |
I hear it’s expensive, I understand. My problem is maintenance. I hear one has to always wipe the panels at least once a week to keep them clean from dirt. I also read here that our sunlight is too hot and may damage the components. If I am going to spend the same amount for a generating set or more on solar panels they should find a way to maintain themselves. I am a working man and may forget to clean the panels for two - three weeks running. Batteries are another wahala. There are too many fakes in the market. My intercom system at home runs properly for two months maximum before shutting off five minutes after power failures. The cause? Fake batteries. |
Re: When Will Nigerians Start Using Solar Energy For Households? by mrsage(m): 11:52pm On Jan 02, 2019 |
meobizy: Thanks for your opinion. No need to wipe panels. It's not necessary. Extreme sunlight can damage a mono crystalline panel in hot regions like Abuja, Kogi and other northern states. So they use poly crystalline panels in such regions. That settles it. Better quality is a real issue. However trusted and tested brands exist. |
Re: When Will Nigerians Start Using Solar Energy For Households? by CodeTemplar: 12:04am On Jan 03, 2019 |
Solar is good and its cost has been crashing down steadily over the last decade. It is best if the user is power usage conscious. some energy bulbs are 10 tines more efficient than the old type in use. Some countries in America and Asia are having bulk solar energy selling companies offer them as low as N20/kwh equivalent of electricity. |
Re: When Will Nigerians Start Using Solar Energy For Households? by mrsage(m): 12:27am On Jan 03, 2019 |
CodeTemplar: I agree with you. |
Re: When Will Nigerians Start Using Solar Energy For Households? by jesmond3945: 12:42am On Jan 03, 2019 |
This is a good thread. Seun should move it to frontpage |
Re: When Will Nigerians Start Using Solar Energy For Households? by mrsage(m): 3:50pm On Jan 03, 2019 |
jesmond3945: Sounds like a good idea.... |
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