1. Scode Solar Home Lighting System

 

The Solar Home Lighting kit constitutes of a solar panel which generates electricity from light, charge regulator which controls the amount of power entering and leaving the battery, solar battery which stores electricity generated by the solar panel, cables which transmit power from panel to battery for storage and from battery to various points of use (loads), switches/sockets which act as bridges between points of use and the rest of solar system.

 

The systems vary in sizes as follows but are not limited to:
  • 40 watt systems: Consists of a 40 w panel, 40Ah battery, 4 lights, phone charging kit, wiring
  • 60 watt systems: Consists of a 60 w panel, 70Ah battery, 6 lights, phone charging kit, wiring
  • 120 watt systems: Consists of a 120 w panel, 100Ah battery, 8 lights, phone charging kit, wiring
  • 250 watt systems: Consists of a 250 w panel, 200Ah battery, 10 lights, phone charging kit, wiring

 

Scode Enterprise uses an innovative solar technology that makes accessible lighting options for low-income households without access to electricity, combining solar energy and a suitable repayment scheme with mobile banking.
This combination makes it possible for consumers to use the system and pay for it monthly using mobile payment on their phones thereby circumventing the problem of high initial investment costs of solar home systems.

 

Advantages

• Flexible mode of payment
• Free Installation Services
• Free maintenance for a year
• Technical support
• User education

A number of solar appliances are available on request. These include: DC iron boxes, Mobile phone charging kits, Inverters etc

 

2.Solar lanterns

 

Solar lanterns are designed as a low-cost alternative to a Solar Home Lighting system (SHLS). There are many models available in the market but generally, consists of a photo-voltaic panel and a lantern containing a high efficiency lamp/ LED lights, a rechargeable battery and a charge control circuit.
Some solar lanterns also charge mobile phones and run a radio.

 

Features

 

• Easy to use and maintain
• Small, compact and portable as opposed to SHLS
• Low initial capital
• Bright enough to be used as a main source of lighting as well as a back up

 

BRIGHT 1 LANTERN

This is an affordable superbright mini SHLS with 2 light brightness levels. They come 6 months warranty and aftersales service.  They are Lighting Africa approved products, portable and come in a variety of colors.

 

Features

  • integrated solar panel,
  • removable handle
  • micro-USB input
  • Use both sun and USB to recharge.

 

 

 

NIWA SOLAR LANTERN

This is an affordable superbright mini SHLS that comes with 6 months warranty and aftersales service.  They are Lighting Africa approved products and portable.

Features

  • Solar Inside (PV panel integrated)
  • High Energy Efficiency
  • Comfortable Light Slider
  • Charging feedback LED
  • 50 Lumen Brightness
  • Ultra-affordable
  • LED Light – 2 Light Modes
  • Solar & Mobile Adapter charging

 

 

 

3. Cabinet Solar Dryer

This is a device used to extract moisture (using the sun) from various foods such as vegetables, fruits and cereals which are seasonal.

Features

  • Extends the shelf life of farm produce
  • Guarantees food security throughout the year
  • Reduces bulk of fresh produce
  • Contributes to value addition and can be used for income generation