Implemetation of solar water heating system for a sustainable environment in Sub-Sahara Africa

Abstract

In line with the United Nations framework Convention on climate change, developing and using renewable Solar energy Sources have become vital for ensuring energy sustainability in Sub-Sahara Africa. Energy poverty is becoming a serious issue and there is every need to harness all available opportunity in dealing with this menace. This paper, therefore, proposes a solar heating system for residential use. The device is controlled with the aid of an integral control mechanism for maximum efficiency. The system when developed will provide a cost saving advantage in addition to reducing the impact associated with heating load on the national grid.