The worldwide market for photovoltaics in the rural sectorAttention is given to the assessment of results obtained by three NASA studies aimed at determining the global market for stand-alone photovoltaic (PV) power systems in the village power, cottage industry, and agricultural applications areas of the rural sector. An attempt was made to identify technical, social, and institutional barriers to PV system implementation, as well as the funding sources available to potential users. Country- and sector-specific results are discussed, and marketing strategies appropriate for each sector are suggested for the benefit of American PV products manufacturers.
Document ID
19840040348
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Brainard, W. A. (NASA Lewis Research Center Cleveland, OH, United States)