Solar Lighting

• Main Authors: Pode, Ramchandra (Author), Diouf, Boucar (Author)
• Corporate Author: SpringerLink (Online service)
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: London : Springer London, 2011.
• Series: Green Energy and Technology,
• Subjects: Engineering.; Renewable energy resources.; Engineering economics.; Engineering economy.; Renewable energy sources.; Alternate energy sources.; Green energy industries.; Sustainable development.; Renewable and Green Energy.; Engineering Economics, Organization, Logistics, Marketing.; Sustainable Development.

Limited availability of grid-based electricity is a major challenge faced by many developing countries, particularly the rural population. Fuel-based lighting, such as the kerosene lantern, is widespread in these areas, but it is a poor alternative, contributing to global warming and causing serious...