BioDesign

  The photo opposite shows a small simple pv solar unit which

  we send out across the world. The parts are mounted on ply

  so you have a simple torch as well as radio power!

  It costs about $5 (ignoring postage) and powers most radios

  as well as the WLED.

  A similar pv unit can charge a mobile phone.

  THE DIY SOLAR TECHNIQUE

  We provide the means to make simple small pv panels that can be

  used to power radios and charge rechargeable cells thus avoiding

  the need for expensive control devices as well as minimising the cost.

  Our efforts are aimed at helping the poor by supplying both information

  and parts to those in developing countries without electricity.

  We are now supplying low cost mini polycrystalline modules which are very useful for

  many types of project such as charging car batteries for powering lights etc.

  The main advantage over solar plate is that postage costs are quite small in comparison with

  solar 'glass' which is both heavier and more fragile. See Best DIY Solar Technique page.

  We also now supply Li-ion batteries instead of NiCd/MH for most applications as they have

  several advantages.

  We do not show prices, etc on this website so please email us if more information is required.

  SMALL ENTERPRISES

  This pv technique allows individuals, NGOs and those starting a small business to make and use small

  pv panels and is often ideal for income-creation.

  Other pv solar projects are run by the NGO Solar Aid using the DIY Solar technique 

Visit www.solar-aid.org where you can find an excellent video showing this pv technique in use in Africa.

  A series of US professional videos of simple PV training is found at

   http://www.californiasolarcenter.org/sshtutorials.html

  SUPPLIES

  We supply small amounts of pv plate and components from the UK but for large projects we offer to

  arrange the supply pv modules or 10+ watt plates from pv plate factories found in only a few

  countries.

  More details of pv projects are found in the PV Projects pages.

  If you hope to start a DIY Solar project in a country not listed, we can probably send you a list

  of contacts in that country!

  SPECIAL PROJECTS

  We also provide information about Biochar, DIY solar cookers and indoor mosquito control.

   Nous fournissons des renseigements en francais sur la technique DIY Solar

  quand on nous contacte à  biodes"at"bigfoot.com

   Voir webpages 'en francais' et Project Congo - DRC

  Updated May 2009