Advancing Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Systems in Developing City Outskirts: Technical Solutions and Financing Approaches

Authors

B.B. Banza Department of Electrical Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Lubumbashi, DR Congo CD https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7040-003X
D.H. Tungadio Department of Electrical Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Lubumbashi, DR Congo CD https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7918-230X
A.M. Kawinda Department of Mining, Polytechnic Faculty, University of Lubumbashi, DR Congo CD
F.T. Kiseya Department of Electrical Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Lubumbashi, DR Congo CD

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.37256/jeee.4120256594

Abstract

This study evaluates the feasibility of electrifying isolated households using stand-alone photovoltaic systems. A technical-economic analysis was conducted in a peri-urban district of Lubumbashi (DRC), characterized by low building density and significant distance from the electricity grid. Surveys of ten households revealed that for an average load of 1,850 Wh/day, the required system includes two 350 Wp PV panels, four 250 Ah batteries, and a 1,000 W inverter. The system's life-cycle analysis estimates an investment cost of 2,542 USD and an energy cost of 0.32 USD/kWh. Additionally, a financing model is proposed, emphasizing flexible government policies and partnerships with photovoltaic equipment producers.

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Published

2025-04-10

How to Cite

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B. Banza, D. Tungadio, A. Kawinda, and F. Kiseya, “Advancing Stand-Alone Photovoltaic Systems in Developing City Outskirts: Technical Solutions and Financing Approaches”, Journal of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Volume 4 Issue 1 (2025), Apr. 2025.

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Journal of Electronics and Electrical Engineering, Volume 4 Issue 1 (2025)

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Research Article

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