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Diffusion of Renewable Energy, Technology (PV Electricity) in Narsingdi district of Bangladesh
Project Title:   Diffusion of Renewable Energy, Technology (PV Electricity) in Narsingdi district of Bangladesh
Type of Project Energy research and implementation
Duration:   August 1996- June 1998
Status:   Complete
Partner Organizations:   Rural Electrification Board (REB) and BCAS
Key words: Viability, solar energy, electrification, technology, assessment, energy needs consumers, conventional fuel.
Main Objective:   The main objective of the pilot study was to demonstrate the usefulness and techno-economic viability of SHS systems under the climate-socio-economic conditions of remote and isolated areas in Bangladesh. It also aimed at studying the effect of the new technology on the socio-economic upliftment of the consumers.
Brief Description: Photovoltaic system was used for generation of electricity. This system does not require any kind of conventional fuels. Since solar energy is available everywhere, this new technology may serve as a great booster for rural electrification if it is acceptable to the consumers. This technology is being used in many countries in generating electricity. With a view to experiment this new technology under the socio-economic and climatic conditions of Bangladesh, REB undertook this pilot project under a French financial grant. The training programme which played a pivotal role in the effort for the consumers was planned and implemented. Training of the technicians and customers were organized. Socio-economic survey in the project area was conducted for assessing the energy needs and problems in the project area and a list of consumers of solar systems was prepared. Demonstration activities were carried out in the selected sites to promote and motivate potential customers. Tariff schedule was prepared and installation activities were carried out. Selection of sites and consumers, consumer survey, training.
Output Results achieved/key findings/outputs: It was a pilot project and a total of 795 PV systems of 5 types ranging from 6 Wp to 92 Wp have been supplied. PV units have been divided into two broad categories. Stand-alone system and charging-station based system. Training was provided to the consumers-how to use the systems. One health clinic was provided with 736 Wp PV systems. A field office in Narsingdi district is maintained for PV monitoring and dissemination of other RETs including biogas plant. In addition to the inception, evaluation, and final reports, reports on the site selection, consumer survey, solar energy system training, and performance of solar centres were prepared. Lessons learnt by the implementing organisation/s: After installation of solar PV system in the villages, some kind of solar culture has been caught up in the area. Many consumers felt that PV system is better than grid power because the entire system is under their control. For satisfaction of the consumers and thus leading to sustainability of the system, prompt back up service and supply of spare parts was found very important.
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