Photovoltaic electricity

In developing countries, people's demand for energy is growing. Electricity networks cannot be systematically extended in rural areas or on the outskirts of towns. In many cases, solar energy represents a relevant alternative, particularly for lighting, pumping and telecommunications. This book provides an overview of photovoltaics. It explains the advantages and disadvantages of this technique, depending on the context and type of use. It answers four key questions: When should you opt for photovoltaics? What technical choices need to be made? How profitable is photovoltaics? Where can I go to obtain materials and addresses? Every project manager, engineer and technician will find comprehensive and precise information in this book. It will also be of interest to those wishing to deepen their knowledge of photovoltaics