Solar water pumps in Niger

Can solar-powered irrigation pumps transform Niger?

Solar-powered irrigation pumps and other appliances have demonstrated their power to transform Niger by increasing crop yields and production. “Previously, I irrigated only a tiny plot using diesel water pumps,” says Alzouma. “With solar irrigation, we now grow fruit trees, onions, tomatoes, and moringa.

How many solar pumps are there in Niger?

Four solar pump companies accounting for half of all pump sales in Niger have tapped into the credit line, bringing 800 solar pumps to Niger’s farms since 2017. NESAP has loaned more than $1.5 million to solar system importers, wholesalers, retailers, installers, and solar electricity service providers.

What is the Niger solar energy access project?

The World Bank-funded Niger Solar Electricity Access Project enables farmers to buy pumps. Based on its success, a broader $800-million solar energy project - Niger Accelerating Electricity Access (HASKÉ) - will integrate grid power, mini-grids, and off-grid solutions for electricity and clean cooking.

What is a solar-powered water pumping system?

The solar-powered water pumping system enables Alzouma to rotate crops on his farm in Finaré, Niger. Photo credit: ICM Niger. Based on its success, a broader $800-million solar energy project - Niger Accelerating Electricity Access (HASKÉ) - will integrate grid power, mini-grids, and off-grid solutions for electricity and clean cooking.

Are there any solar water pumps in Africa?

Solar water pumps are available in Africa. Bluesun solar can provide both DC and AC solar pump systems. A solar pump is a pump running on electricity generated by solar panels.

Are solar water heaters used in Niger?

In Niger, solar water heaters are used in some schools, clinics, and households. The country also has domestically-produced water heaters and solar dryers that are cheaper than imported systems, but their quality is often of lower standard.