Are solar tracking technologies feasible for domestic applications in rural tropical Africa?

Authors

  • Kant E. Kanyarusoke University of Cape Town
  • Jasson Gryzagoridis
  • Graeme Oliver

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17159/2413-3051/2015/v26i1a2224

Abstract

That solar tracking improves energy yields from solar harvest systems is not debatable. Nor is the under powering of tropical Africa amidst plenty of energy resources – including solar. This paper presents a review of recent literature on tracking as applied to domestic solar harnessing devices. The purpose is to find basic requirements in design of a suitable solar tracker for the region’s rural homes. It is concluded that Single axis passive trackers possibly will stand better chances of acceptability in the region.

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Author Biography

  • Kant E. Kanyarusoke, University of Cape Town
    Energy Research Centre Snr Research Officer

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Published

2015-03-23

How to Cite

Are solar tracking technologies feasible for domestic applications in rural tropical Africa?. (2015). Journal of Energy in Southern Africa, 26(1), 86-95. https://doi.org/10.17159/2413-3051/2015/v26i1a2224