Rise of 20W solar home systems SHS Lighting in Bangladesh

Post date: Jan 1, 2012 10:22:31 PM

Shop owner: My income has doubled since I have a solar home system (SHS)

$25 Startup 20W solar set

36 months pay $5 = $180

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Total costs 3 years $205

Sheikh, 52, who runs a small eatery in Foilerhat market in Bagerhat district, thinks that the Bangladeshi Taka 1,900 (US $24) he paid for a 20 watt solar set, that includes solar panels, battery, regulator and a set of compact fluorescent lamps (CFL) and LED lights, is the best investment he ever made. The solar home system (SHS) over the next 36 months is repaid at five dollars

2 LIGHTBULBS FOR TEN HOURS FROM TOP