Design Considerations for Reducing Battery Storage in Off-Grid, Stand-Alone, Photovoltaic-Powered Cold Storage in Rural Applications

Johan Meyer, Suné von Solms · 2022 · Energies

Summary. This paper examines how to design off-grid solar-powered cold storage units for rural areas while minimizing battery size. Using a case study from rural South Africa, the authors identify key design factors including photovoltaic panel orientation, container positioning, and electrical component sizing. Their mathematical models and field data show how these design choices reduce cooling demands in hot climates, making solar cold storage more feasible and sustainable for improving food security and rural livelihoods.

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  title   = {Design Considerations for Reducing Battery Storage in Off-Grid, Stand-Alone, Photovoltaic-Powered Cold Storage in Rural Applications},
  author  = {Johan Meyer and Suné von Solms},
  journal = {Energies},
  year    = {2022},
  doi     = {10.3390/en15093468},
  url     = {https://doi.org/10.3390/en15093468}
}

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DOI

10.3390/en15093468

Countries

South Africa

Regions

Africa

Categories

energy, food-systems, agtech

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