Practical Action Consulting (PAC) is the consulting arm of Practical Action, an international non-governmental organisation that uses technology to challenge poverty in developing countries.
Solar water pumps
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Knowledge partnerKnowledge partnerCountry of registrationUnited KingdomRelation to CTCNNetwork MemberKnowledge PartnerSector(s) of expertiseAgricultureEarly warning and Environmental assessmentRenewable energyEnergy efficiency
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This report highlights two underutilized but fully implementable technologies that efficiently integrate heat and electricity systems, provide flexibility and enhance energy security. It examines what restricts co‑generation and efficient district heating and cooling systems that can help de-carbonize the energy system.
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Background
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) in South Africa covers Port Elizabeth as well as the towns of Uitenhage and Despatch. The area is experiencing serious drought conditions so there is an urgent need to save water and reduce the base load on the grid through technical and institutional improvements especially in the current pumping regimen.
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Country of registrationZimbabweRelation to CTCNNetwork MemberSector(s) of expertiseEnergy efficiencyIndustryAgricultureEarly warning and Environmental assessmentRenewable energyWater
The SIRDC was established by the Government of Zimbabwe in 1993, under the provisions of the Research Act of 1986. The Centre provides technological expertise in the diverse areas in which Zimbabwe's industrial enterprises operate.
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Knowledge partnerCountry of registrationSouth KoreaRelation to CTCNNetwork MemberSector(s) of expertiseRenewable energy
Byucksan Power fulfills market needs through feasibility studies and consulting services in Korea and abroad.
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This report is a review of irrigation technologies for smallholders in the context of improving rural livelihoods, especially in regards to the prospects for sub-Saharan Africa. The role of traditional technologies is evaluated and modern water distribution technologies, such as sprinkler and trickle irrigation, are reviewed. Low-cost irrigation systems, including such innovations as the use of treadle pumps and drip-kits are then examined.