Afghanistan off-grid photovoltaic energy storage

Where a photovoltaic system is used in Afghanistan?

According to USAID and Afghan Clean Energy Program (ACEP) , photovoltaic system is used for village power, schools and clinics. As such, 5 kWp PV power system installed in Tormai Comprehensive Health Clinic, and 2 kWp PV systems installed on schools in Yawkaland District near Band-e Amir National Park in Bamiyan.

Are roof-top solar PV systems a viable option in Afghanistan?

In Afghanistan, there is significant potential of roof-top solar PV systems on account of levels of solar radiation consistently above 5.5 kWh/m as well as available roof-top space, especially in urban locations.

Can non-concentrating solar thermal systems provide thermal energy in Afghanistan?

Given the requirement of hot-water (and low-grade heat) for domestic, community and commercial purposes throughout the year in Afghanistan, non-concentrating solar thermal systems (flat-plate or ETC) can play a critical role in providing thermal energy to these applications. Accordingly, Roadmap suggests a total target of 60 MW under this category

How many MWp can a floating PV plant produce in Afghanistan?

Considering the fact that Afghanistan has significant numbers of reservoirs and dams for irrigational and electricity generation purposes, this Roadmap recommends setting up of 10.5 MWp of floating PV plants of varying capacities on the basis of detailed feasibility studies, including Environmental-Social Impacts Assessment (ESIA) studies.

Is bio-energy a viable option in Afghanistan?

Most of the rural population in Afghanistan is active in agriculture and livestock sector, however bio-energy technologies are still in a nascent stage. Only a limited number of family type biogas plants have been installed in eastern provinces and central parts of the country through MRRD, BORDA Afghanistan and a couple of NGOs.