Applying Lithium-Ion Second Life Batteries for Off-Grid Solar Powered System—A Socio-Economic Case Study for Rural Development

Joern Falk, Antonio Nedjalkov, Martin Angelmahr, Wolfgang Schade · 2020 · Zeitschrift für Energiewirtschaft

Summary. A hybrid solar and second-life lithium-ion battery system successfully powered an island community in Lake Victoria, Tanzania, supplying 42 kWh daily to hospitals, schools, and fishing operations. The system paid for itself within four years and outperformed diesel generators economically and environmentally. This demonstrates how repurposed electric vehicle batteries can electrify remote African regions while addressing rural development needs.

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Falk, J., Nedjalkov, A., Angelmahr, M., & Schade, W.. (2020). Applying Lithium-Ion Second Life Batteries for Off-Grid Solar Powered System—A Socio-Economic Case Study for Rural Development. Zeitschrift für Energiewirtschaft. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12398-020-00273-x

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DOI: 10.1007/s12398-020-00273-x
Countries: Tanzania
Regions: Africa
Categories: energy, climate-and-environment
Added: 2026-04-28