This document provides an introduction to Solar23 and its role in developing solar markets in Europe and Africa. Solar23 is a turnkey provider of grid-connected and independent solar energy systems with an international dealer network serving customers in Europe and Africa. It specializes in off-grid power solutions for applications like telecommunications, rural electrification, water pumps, and household energy in Africa and Europe. Solar23 has offices across Africa, Europe, and Asia to serve its customer base.
The document discusses whether grid parity for solar photovoltaics is imminent based on learning curves and price trends. It notes that energy technology costs typically reduce 15-20% each time cumulative sales double. For solar to reach grid parity, costs must fall to around $2,857 per kilowatt based on typical electricity prices and annual yields. The document also examines market considerations and growth scenarios from industry groups that see solar contributing 1-9% of European electricity by 2030.
This document discusses wind power as a renewable energy source. It describes how wind turbines convert kinetic wind energy into electricity, and how windmills convert it into mechanical power for uses like pumping water. Worldwide wind power capacity has grown significantly in recent decades, with the top countries for new installations being the US, Germany, Spain, China, and India. The placement of wind turbines is important for economic factors like available transmission lines and wind resources. Costs include the turbine generators themselves as well as land acquisition and ongoing maintenance.
This document provides an overview of a 3-day training course on fundamentals of wind power generation. The course will use lectures, presentations, exercises and tests to teach participants about topics like types of wind turbines, aerodynamic principles, performance characteristics, and wind energy estimation. Each day covers different aspects, with the first day introducing energy sources, the second focusing on wind turbine components, and the third on wind data analysis and site selection.
Aerodynamic,rotor design and rotor performance of horizontal axis wind turbin...Sarmad Adnan
- The document discusses the aerodynamic principles governing wind turbines, including axial momentum theory and blade element theory.
- Axial momentum theory models the rotor as having infinite blades and analyzes the changes in wind speed and pressure upstream and downstream. It determines that the maximum power coefficient is 16/27 when the axial induction factor is 1/3.
- Blade element theory models the rotor as discrete blade elements and considers the lift and drag forces on each element based on local airfoil properties and wind velocities. Integrating these forces provides the total torque and power of the rotor.
This document discusses various design considerations for wind turbine blades. It begins by explaining how wind power is calculated based on swept area, wind speed, and air density. It then discusses different blade designs including the number of blades (one, two, or three blades are common), blade composition (wood, metal, fiberglass are options), construction techniques, airfoil shape to maximize lift and minimize drag, and twist and taper along the blade's length. Additional topics covered include tip-speed ratio, performance curves, the Betz limit on maximum energy capture, rotor solidity, pitch control mechanisms, and blade manufacturing processes. The document concludes by discussing classroom wind turbine blade challenge activities.
Wind turbines convert the kinetic energy of wind into mechanical or electrical energy. Modern wind turbines are much more efficient than older designs, able to generate 250-300 kilowatts compared to older models generating around 30 kilowatts. Wind turbines work by using wind to turn blades which spin a shaft connected to a generator, producing electricity. They are mounted on towers to access stronger winds higher off the ground. While wind energy has advantages like being renewable and producing no emissions, it also has disadvantages like dependence on wind conditions and higher initial costs than some other energy sources.
The AIVC-TightVent Conference included three tracks focused on ventilative cooling, building and ductwork airtightness, and indoor air quality and health.
The Ventilation and Health track highlighted results from international projects on developing health-based ventilation guidelines and promoting healthy indoor air. Papers showed that while ventilation plays an important role in indoor air quality, it is not a single solution and its effects on health, comfort and performance need to be considered. Displacement ventilation is most effective for pollutant control but difficult to achieve in practice. Studies presented sometimes seemed in conflict but were more complementary when considering short versus long-term exposure times. The most important indoor pollutants identified were tobacco smoke, moisture,
The document discusses whether grid parity for solar photovoltaics is imminent based on learning curves and price trends. It notes that energy technology costs typically reduce 15-20% each time cumulative sales double. For solar to reach grid parity, costs must fall to around $2,857 per kilowatt based on typical electricity prices and annual yields. The document also examines market considerations and growth scenarios from industry groups that see solar contributing 1-9% of European electricity by 2030.
This document discusses wind power as a renewable energy source. It describes how wind turbines convert kinetic wind energy into electricity, and how windmills convert it into mechanical power for uses like pumping water. Worldwide wind power capacity has grown significantly in recent decades, with the top countries for new installations being the US, Germany, Spain, China, and India. The placement of wind turbines is important for economic factors like available transmission lines and wind resources. Costs include the turbine generators themselves as well as land acquisition and ongoing maintenance.
This document provides an overview of a 3-day training course on fundamentals of wind power generation. The course will use lectures, presentations, exercises and tests to teach participants about topics like types of wind turbines, aerodynamic principles, performance characteristics, and wind energy estimation. Each day covers different aspects, with the first day introducing energy sources, the second focusing on wind turbine components, and the third on wind data analysis and site selection.
Aerodynamic,rotor design and rotor performance of horizontal axis wind turbin...Sarmad Adnan
- The document discusses the aerodynamic principles governing wind turbines, including axial momentum theory and blade element theory.
- Axial momentum theory models the rotor as having infinite blades and analyzes the changes in wind speed and pressure upstream and downstream. It determines that the maximum power coefficient is 16/27 when the axial induction factor is 1/3.
- Blade element theory models the rotor as discrete blade elements and considers the lift and drag forces on each element based on local airfoil properties and wind velocities. Integrating these forces provides the total torque and power of the rotor.
This document discusses various design considerations for wind turbine blades. It begins by explaining how wind power is calculated based on swept area, wind speed, and air density. It then discusses different blade designs including the number of blades (one, two, or three blades are common), blade composition (wood, metal, fiberglass are options), construction techniques, airfoil shape to maximize lift and minimize drag, and twist and taper along the blade's length. Additional topics covered include tip-speed ratio, performance curves, the Betz limit on maximum energy capture, rotor solidity, pitch control mechanisms, and blade manufacturing processes. The document concludes by discussing classroom wind turbine blade challenge activities.
Wind turbines convert the kinetic energy of wind into mechanical or electrical energy. Modern wind turbines are much more efficient than older designs, able to generate 250-300 kilowatts compared to older models generating around 30 kilowatts. Wind turbines work by using wind to turn blades which spin a shaft connected to a generator, producing electricity. They are mounted on towers to access stronger winds higher off the ground. While wind energy has advantages like being renewable and producing no emissions, it also has disadvantages like dependence on wind conditions and higher initial costs than some other energy sources.
The AIVC-TightVent Conference included three tracks focused on ventilative cooling, building and ductwork airtightness, and indoor air quality and health.
The Ventilation and Health track highlighted results from international projects on developing health-based ventilation guidelines and promoting healthy indoor air. Papers showed that while ventilation plays an important role in indoor air quality, it is not a single solution and its effects on health, comfort and performance need to be considered. Displacement ventilation is most effective for pollutant control but difficult to achieve in practice. Studies presented sometimes seemed in conflict but were more complementary when considering short versus long-term exposure times. The most important indoor pollutants identified were tobacco smoke, moisture,
DMT GmbH & Co. KG is an international technology service provider founded in 1990, with over 650 employees. It provides services in mining, cokemaking, infrastructure, and building safety. DMT has locations in Essen, Germany and subsidiaries worldwide, generating over 100 million euros in annual turnover. It offers a range of services including mining engineering, international consulting, exploration, industry systems, and building safety.
DMT at a glance: here we present the DMT GROUP, our history, corporate structure, attitude and key facts and figures as well as insights into the markets we serve.
Read about selected engineering, exploration, monitoring and consulting projects in the mining sector, civil engineering and infrastructure, oil and gas industry and plant and process engineering.
Plus we provide an overview of our main products and important innovation and research activities.
Scheuten Solar is a division of Scheuten Holding that produces photovoltaic modules and systems. It has production facilities across Europe and plans to expand into Asia. The company produces standard PV modules as well as special facade and roof modules. It aims to enter the high-volume market with innovative technologies and the most automated production line in Europe. Scheuten Solar also integrates PV into buildings through multifunctional solar facades and roof installations. It has realized many BIPV projects across Europe and Asia.
The document provides information about Knauf Group, a global building materials company founded in Germany in 1932. It discusses the history and leadership of the company. It also describes Knauf Cleaneo, a perforated gypsum board produced by Knauf that provides sound absorption and improves indoor air quality. The document includes details on the board's properties, perforation patterns, reaction to fire classification, application process, and example reference projects where it has been installed.
The document provides an overview of Wirth Fulda Group, a system supplier for technical textiles in Europe. It discusses the company's vision of being a reliable partner through high quality and customized solutions. It also summarizes the company's goal of achieving sustainable profitability through reasonable risk and growth. The summary highlights the company's long history dating back to 1881 and its expansion across Europe through acquisitions and new locations.
The document discusses sustainability and climate change issues facing the world today. It notes that the highest levels of carbon dioxide in 350,000 years have been recorded in recent decades. It also discusses population growth and increasing urbanization. The document advocates for sustainable development and outlines Siemens' efforts to make sustainability a key part of its business strategy across industries like energy, infrastructure, and healthcare. It provides examples of other companies developing sustainable solutions and technologies.
The RENOLIT Group is an international leader in manufacturing plastic films and related products for technical applications. It has over 4,200 employees across 20 production sites and 16 sales companies. The company was founded in 1946 and is still family-run. It has expanded significantly through new production sites, acquisitions, and a focus on innovation. RENOLIT produces a wide range of plastic films through its business units that serve industries like automotive, packaging, construction, healthcare, and more.
EMS-GRILTECH manufactures and sells technical fibers, bonding agents, hot melt adhesives, crosslinkers, and reactive diluents. Their products are used in applications such as paper machine clothing, automotive, packaging, clothing, powder coatings, and civil engineering. EMS-GRILTECH has production facilities in Switzerland, Germany, and the US and sells their products worldwide through sales offices and agents. They focus on developing new products and applications to create value for customers.
TÜV SÜD is a technical services company with over 150 years of experience providing testing, inspection, auditing and certification services. The presentation describes TÜV SÜD's Equipment Solutions Team based in Holland, Michigan which provides on-site testing services, transportable test cells, custom test solutions, and equipment refurbishment, focusing on buzz, squeak and rattle (BSR) testing. The presentation compares the capabilities and advantages of TÜV SÜD's traditional hydraulic and newer servo-electric actuator BSR test systems.
Dürr Aktiengesellschaft began in 1895 as a craftsman's metal shop in Germany. It has since evolved into an international technology group with over 7,000 employees across 23 countries. Key events in Dürr's history include establishing overseas subsidiaries in the 1960s, expanding into plant engineering in the 1950s, acquiring other companies to diversify its offerings, and relocating to a new campus in 2009 to concentrate its operations. Today, Dürr focuses on product innovations and expanding into new markets like e-mobility and energy efficiency.
Gielle is an Italian company that has been providing fire protection solutions for over 45 years. They offer a wide range of fire suppression systems, products, and services including halon banking, waste services, fire extinguishers, and consulting. Gielle prides itself on quality, professionalism, and comprehensive service to protect people, property and assets from fire hazards around the world.
Derbigum is a 77-year old, family owned Belgian roofing manufacturer with 400 employees. It has been active in green innovations since 1998 and obtaining ISO 14000 and EMAS certifications. Recent innovations include Derbibrite, a passive cooler launched in 2007, Derbisolar flexible photovoltaic membranes launched between 2009-2013, and Derbipure launched in 2010. Derbigum evaluates its green innovation strategy through metrics like the number of new products launched and their sales. Its next steps are making buildings smarter through new low-slope roof energy solutions and further developing products with lower environmental impact.
Ventilation Equipment - A European Market OverviewIndustry Experts
The report analyzes the European ventilation equipment shipments covering all of the 27 European Union countries with special focus on Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Ventilation product segments analyzed in this study include Axial Fans, Centrifugal Fans, Cross Flow Fans, Domestic Exhaust Fans, Roof/Box Fans, Range Hoods and Air Handling Units (AHUs) for Ventilation. European shipments value of ventilation equipment is forecast to reach US$5 billion in 2017, from an estimated US$4.98 billion in 2012.
CARBON FIBER MEETS POLYPROPYLENE - NEW OPP0RTUNITIES WITH CF IN THE FIELD OF ...iQHub
The document provides an overview of Mitsui Chemicals' activities related to carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites (CFRTP). It discusses Mitsui's development of a continuous carbon fiber-polypropylene composite material called TAFNEXTM CF-PP UD tape. The material offers high strength and stiffness while being recyclable. The document outlines various methods for processing the tape into different sheet formats and parts, including woven sheets, local sheet patching, random sheets, and tape placement. Properties and stiffness increases of these formats are presented. End applications discussed include automotive body panels, bumper reinforcement, and decorative interior parts.
The customer requested Kuhn-Stoff redesign a mechanical gripper to be lighter while still handling required loads over 5 million cycles. Kuhn-Stoff used additive manufacturing to create a single-piece gripper with integrated ducts that was 86% lighter and reduced production time from 12 to 3 days. Testing showed the redesigned gripper reliably handled loads over 5 million cycles without failures.
Présentation du groupe LASER COMPONENTS et des ses activités. Fabricant, distributeur et partenaires dans les composants optiques et opto-électroniquess. N'hésitez pas à nous contacter.
- Deuter was founded in 1898 in Augsburg, Germany producing postage bags and mail sacks. It expanded to include tents and outdoor equipment.
- In the 1920s, Deuter began producing backpacks and became a major supplier for the German military. The legendary "Tauern" backpack model was introduced in the 1930s.
- In the 1970s, Deuter introduced innovative backpack features like the first fully ventilated system. It has continued developing new technologies and is known for durable, high quality gear.
- Many famous alpinists and expeditions relied on Deuter equipment, including Hermann Buhl's first ascent of Nanga Parbat where he used a Deuter backpack.
Castolin Eutectic has decades of experience coating boilers. They have developed expertise in various coating processes including arc wire spraying, welding, and spray and fuse techniques. Their CastoLab services allow for coating application both on-site and in workshops. Castolin Eutectic has extensive experience coating boilers used in waste incineration and biomass power generation. They have numerous boiler manufacturer and operator references.
Gersteltec is a Swiss company that develops and manufactures SU-8 photoresists and functional materials. It provides consulting, prototyping, and production services for SU-8 applications. Gersteltec has developed advanced photoresists with enhanced mechanical, electrical, optical, and tribological properties through the addition of nanoparticles and additives. It works with customers from concept development through commercialization. Gersteltec aims to expand the uses of SU-8 photoresists from microsystems to larger nano-to-macro applications.
COLEXON Energy AG reported its most successful financial results in 2009, with pro forma EBIT of 18.5 million Euros and revenues of 188.1 million Euros, outperforming guidance. The company has a diversified business model across wholesale, projects, and solar power plant operation in key international markets. COLEXON is well positioned for continued growth and participation in the strong expected market expansion for solar energy through 2013.
egk14 - Input: WS Tools for Knowledge Applicationicebauhaus
This document discusses information and communication technologies for agriculture (ICT4Ag) and related topics. It provides an overview of common ICT4Ag technologies, application areas, target user groups, and major global players. It also presents case studies comparing the ICT4Ag landscape and key factors in Senegal, Ethiopia, Indonesia, and Germany. The document outlines some main conclusions, including challenges in ensuring ICT4Ag solutions are based on user needs and sustainable long-term. It proposes potential topics for discussion and a practical group exercise to explore challenges and ideate solutions with and without ICT components.
Tools of knowledge application workshop decriptionicebauhaus
The two-hour workshop was attended by 15 participants from backgrounds related to agriculture, development, and IT. The workshop aimed to introduce user-centered design methodology and discuss challenges in Ethiopian agriculture and potential solutions. Participants brainstormed challenges, which were grouped into categories. They then split into two groups to discuss a challenge in more depth and propose solutions with or without ICT. The proposed solutions included a mobile knowledge platform for farmers, a peer-learning network for new crops, and an early warning system for disasters. The main result was identifying the participants as a valuable resource for new projects.
DMT GmbH & Co. KG is an international technology service provider founded in 1990, with over 650 employees. It provides services in mining, cokemaking, infrastructure, and building safety. DMT has locations in Essen, Germany and subsidiaries worldwide, generating over 100 million euros in annual turnover. It offers a range of services including mining engineering, international consulting, exploration, industry systems, and building safety.
DMT at a glance: here we present the DMT GROUP, our history, corporate structure, attitude and key facts and figures as well as insights into the markets we serve.
Read about selected engineering, exploration, monitoring and consulting projects in the mining sector, civil engineering and infrastructure, oil and gas industry and plant and process engineering.
Plus we provide an overview of our main products and important innovation and research activities.
Scheuten Solar is a division of Scheuten Holding that produces photovoltaic modules and systems. It has production facilities across Europe and plans to expand into Asia. The company produces standard PV modules as well as special facade and roof modules. It aims to enter the high-volume market with innovative technologies and the most automated production line in Europe. Scheuten Solar also integrates PV into buildings through multifunctional solar facades and roof installations. It has realized many BIPV projects across Europe and Asia.
The document provides information about Knauf Group, a global building materials company founded in Germany in 1932. It discusses the history and leadership of the company. It also describes Knauf Cleaneo, a perforated gypsum board produced by Knauf that provides sound absorption and improves indoor air quality. The document includes details on the board's properties, perforation patterns, reaction to fire classification, application process, and example reference projects where it has been installed.
The document provides an overview of Wirth Fulda Group, a system supplier for technical textiles in Europe. It discusses the company's vision of being a reliable partner through high quality and customized solutions. It also summarizes the company's goal of achieving sustainable profitability through reasonable risk and growth. The summary highlights the company's long history dating back to 1881 and its expansion across Europe through acquisitions and new locations.
The document discusses sustainability and climate change issues facing the world today. It notes that the highest levels of carbon dioxide in 350,000 years have been recorded in recent decades. It also discusses population growth and increasing urbanization. The document advocates for sustainable development and outlines Siemens' efforts to make sustainability a key part of its business strategy across industries like energy, infrastructure, and healthcare. It provides examples of other companies developing sustainable solutions and technologies.
The RENOLIT Group is an international leader in manufacturing plastic films and related products for technical applications. It has over 4,200 employees across 20 production sites and 16 sales companies. The company was founded in 1946 and is still family-run. It has expanded significantly through new production sites, acquisitions, and a focus on innovation. RENOLIT produces a wide range of plastic films through its business units that serve industries like automotive, packaging, construction, healthcare, and more.
EMS-GRILTECH manufactures and sells technical fibers, bonding agents, hot melt adhesives, crosslinkers, and reactive diluents. Their products are used in applications such as paper machine clothing, automotive, packaging, clothing, powder coatings, and civil engineering. EMS-GRILTECH has production facilities in Switzerland, Germany, and the US and sells their products worldwide through sales offices and agents. They focus on developing new products and applications to create value for customers.
TÜV SÜD is a technical services company with over 150 years of experience providing testing, inspection, auditing and certification services. The presentation describes TÜV SÜD's Equipment Solutions Team based in Holland, Michigan which provides on-site testing services, transportable test cells, custom test solutions, and equipment refurbishment, focusing on buzz, squeak and rattle (BSR) testing. The presentation compares the capabilities and advantages of TÜV SÜD's traditional hydraulic and newer servo-electric actuator BSR test systems.
Dürr Aktiengesellschaft began in 1895 as a craftsman's metal shop in Germany. It has since evolved into an international technology group with over 7,000 employees across 23 countries. Key events in Dürr's history include establishing overseas subsidiaries in the 1960s, expanding into plant engineering in the 1950s, acquiring other companies to diversify its offerings, and relocating to a new campus in 2009 to concentrate its operations. Today, Dürr focuses on product innovations and expanding into new markets like e-mobility and energy efficiency.
Gielle is an Italian company that has been providing fire protection solutions for over 45 years. They offer a wide range of fire suppression systems, products, and services including halon banking, waste services, fire extinguishers, and consulting. Gielle prides itself on quality, professionalism, and comprehensive service to protect people, property and assets from fire hazards around the world.
Derbigum is a 77-year old, family owned Belgian roofing manufacturer with 400 employees. It has been active in green innovations since 1998 and obtaining ISO 14000 and EMAS certifications. Recent innovations include Derbibrite, a passive cooler launched in 2007, Derbisolar flexible photovoltaic membranes launched between 2009-2013, and Derbipure launched in 2010. Derbigum evaluates its green innovation strategy through metrics like the number of new products launched and their sales. Its next steps are making buildings smarter through new low-slope roof energy solutions and further developing products with lower environmental impact.
Ventilation Equipment - A European Market OverviewIndustry Experts
The report analyzes the European ventilation equipment shipments covering all of the 27 European Union countries with special focus on Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Ventilation product segments analyzed in this study include Axial Fans, Centrifugal Fans, Cross Flow Fans, Domestic Exhaust Fans, Roof/Box Fans, Range Hoods and Air Handling Units (AHUs) for Ventilation. European shipments value of ventilation equipment is forecast to reach US$5 billion in 2017, from an estimated US$4.98 billion in 2012.
CARBON FIBER MEETS POLYPROPYLENE - NEW OPP0RTUNITIES WITH CF IN THE FIELD OF ...iQHub
The document provides an overview of Mitsui Chemicals' activities related to carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites (CFRTP). It discusses Mitsui's development of a continuous carbon fiber-polypropylene composite material called TAFNEXTM CF-PP UD tape. The material offers high strength and stiffness while being recyclable. The document outlines various methods for processing the tape into different sheet formats and parts, including woven sheets, local sheet patching, random sheets, and tape placement. Properties and stiffness increases of these formats are presented. End applications discussed include automotive body panels, bumper reinforcement, and decorative interior parts.
The customer requested Kuhn-Stoff redesign a mechanical gripper to be lighter while still handling required loads over 5 million cycles. Kuhn-Stoff used additive manufacturing to create a single-piece gripper with integrated ducts that was 86% lighter and reduced production time from 12 to 3 days. Testing showed the redesigned gripper reliably handled loads over 5 million cycles without failures.
Présentation du groupe LASER COMPONENTS et des ses activités. Fabricant, distributeur et partenaires dans les composants optiques et opto-électroniquess. N'hésitez pas à nous contacter.
- Deuter was founded in 1898 in Augsburg, Germany producing postage bags and mail sacks. It expanded to include tents and outdoor equipment.
- In the 1920s, Deuter began producing backpacks and became a major supplier for the German military. The legendary "Tauern" backpack model was introduced in the 1930s.
- In the 1970s, Deuter introduced innovative backpack features like the first fully ventilated system. It has continued developing new technologies and is known for durable, high quality gear.
- Many famous alpinists and expeditions relied on Deuter equipment, including Hermann Buhl's first ascent of Nanga Parbat where he used a Deuter backpack.
Castolin Eutectic has decades of experience coating boilers. They have developed expertise in various coating processes including arc wire spraying, welding, and spray and fuse techniques. Their CastoLab services allow for coating application both on-site and in workshops. Castolin Eutectic has extensive experience coating boilers used in waste incineration and biomass power generation. They have numerous boiler manufacturer and operator references.
Gersteltec is a Swiss company that develops and manufactures SU-8 photoresists and functional materials. It provides consulting, prototyping, and production services for SU-8 applications. Gersteltec has developed advanced photoresists with enhanced mechanical, electrical, optical, and tribological properties through the addition of nanoparticles and additives. It works with customers from concept development through commercialization. Gersteltec aims to expand the uses of SU-8 photoresists from microsystems to larger nano-to-macro applications.
COLEXON Energy AG reported its most successful financial results in 2009, with pro forma EBIT of 18.5 million Euros and revenues of 188.1 million Euros, outperforming guidance. The company has a diversified business model across wholesale, projects, and solar power plant operation in key international markets. COLEXON is well positioned for continued growth and participation in the strong expected market expansion for solar energy through 2013.
egk14 - Input: WS Tools for Knowledge Applicationicebauhaus
This document discusses information and communication technologies for agriculture (ICT4Ag) and related topics. It provides an overview of common ICT4Ag technologies, application areas, target user groups, and major global players. It also presents case studies comparing the ICT4Ag landscape and key factors in Senegal, Ethiopia, Indonesia, and Germany. The document outlines some main conclusions, including challenges in ensuring ICT4Ag solutions are based on user needs and sustainable long-term. It proposes potential topics for discussion and a practical group exercise to explore challenges and ideate solutions with and without ICT components.
Tools of knowledge application workshop decriptionicebauhaus
The two-hour workshop was attended by 15 participants from backgrounds related to agriculture, development, and IT. The workshop aimed to introduce user-centered design methodology and discuss challenges in Ethiopian agriculture and potential solutions. Participants brainstormed challenges, which were grouped into categories. They then split into two groups to discuss a challenge in more depth and propose solutions with or without ICT. The proposed solutions included a mobile knowledge platform for farmers, a peer-learning network for new crops, and an early warning system for disasters. The main result was identifying the participants as a valuable resource for new projects.
egk13 - African Business Women connected - Nigist Haile, ABWicebauhaus
The document summarizes the African Business Women (ABW) Connected initiative, which aims to enhance the economic performance of women-led businesses in Africa. The multi-year program will host the first pan-African Summit and Trade Expo in Ethiopia in 2015, bringing together up to 500 leading African businesswomen and students to network, attend skills workshops, and facilitate trade linkages. The goal is to connect female entrepreneurs in key export sectors like crafts/textiles, agribusiness for cosmetics, and tourism to international buyers and each other to help grow their businesses and empower more women across the continent.
egk - #OS SOUTH SUDAN Open Systems Strategies for Peace, Innovation and Devel...icebauhaus
1. The document discusses using open systems strategies and models to promote peace, innovation, and development in South Sudan. It outlines recommendations for enabling access to technology, developing open systems criteria, recognizing open systems as sustainability priorities, supporting education and incubators, and fostering open knowledge commons.
2. Specific open systems initiatives proposed for South Sudan include #OSJUBA for the capital Juba, #OSWARRAP for the state of Warrap, #OSBACK for an open source server backbone, and projects involving open urbanism, a virtual academy, and an open innovation lab.
3. The document argues that open systems can generate knowledge and empower citizens, provide access to education and economic opportunities, foster
egk13 - Hubs as anchor points for innovation in Africa - Claude Migisha, KLab...icebauhaus
This document discusses the role of innovation hubs in Africa. It notes that mobile broadband penetration in Africa has increased from 2% in 2010 to 11% in 2013. Innovation hubs in Africa function as anchor points for innovation by providing multidisciplinary collaboration, mentors and role models, and infrastructure to support entrepreneurs and startups. Examples of hubs focus on innovation, pre-incubation, incubation, and acceleration. Hubs can take the form of coworking spaces, incubators, or be university-affiliated. Successful hubs have produced solutions to address African issues. Diaspora partnerships can provide hubs access to global markets, financing, and mentorship.
The document outlines the business model challenges and opportunities for DEMO AFRICA. Key challenges include high internet costs, low user penetration, lack of international payment options, and limited platforms to showcase products. Opportunities include lower startup costs, political and economic stability improving, growing domestic users, and fixes to transportation issues. The lack of private equity, venture capital, and seed funding is also listed as a challenge.
egk13 - Intra Africa Trade - Abebe Abebayehuicebauhaus
This document discusses challenges and recommendations regarding intra-African trade. It notes that intra-African trade is currently very low at 12%, compared to over 50% for other regions, due to barriers like lack of infrastructure, complex trade regulations, and low productive capacity. Increasing intra-African trade could boost investment, reduce vulnerability, and be a major opportunity for growth. Key recommendations include improving political cooperation, investing in infrastructure like ports and roads, streamlining customs procedures, facilitating information sharing on business opportunities, and engaging the African diaspora.
The document discusses harnessing innovation for wider educational integration in Africa. It argues that the African Diaspora possess wealth of knowledge and innovation needed to advance the continent. However, only 5% of young Africans currently attend college, and they are not being equipped with innovation in education. The document proposes engaging the Diaspora and applying the spirit of innovation in Africa's educational system by utilizing innovative technologies to enhance learning and communicate across borders on the continent.
The document summarizes a presentation given by Dr. Erick Tambo on brain circulation schemes and including diaspora in higher education. It discusses the United Nations University's (UNU) mandate to support sustainable development and their various programs and campus locations worldwide. It then focuses on UNU's Institute for Environment and Human Security (UNU-EHS) in Bonn and their efforts in eLearning and engaging diaspora, including potential models for brain circulation schemes in teaching and research.
The Union of African Chambers (PACCI) is the main business advocacy organization in Africa, representing 36 national chambers. It was established in 2009 to strengthen Africa's economic competitiveness by providing a continental voice for business. PACCI focuses on continental issues, hosting conferences on topics like trade, agriculture, and investment forums between Africa and other regions. Its vision is to be the recognized voice of African business and a valuable resource for its members.
This document discusses innovation and the migration of ideas. It defines innovation as the implementation of creative ideas to generate something new and valuable through reduced costs or increased income. It outlines the process of innovation as ideation, combining and evaluating ideas, prototyping, and implementing the most promising ideas. It acknowledges challenges to innovation like education, financial risks, and more. It also states that migration contributes to innovation and provides examples of icehubs and AfriLabs, innovation spaces in Africa. Finally, it lists potential impacts of innovation such as improved lives, job creation, partnerships, and environmental benefits.
egk13 - Pan African University - Karola Hahnicebauhaus
The document discusses the Pan African University (PAU) and the PAU Institute of Water and Energy Sciences, including Climate Change (PAUWES). It summarizes that PAU is a flagship project of the African Union and Germany aimed at developing higher education and applied research across Africa. Specifically, PAUWES is located in Algeria and led by Germany, with the goal of teaching and research related to water, energy, and climate change. It outlines Germany's role through GIZ in providing technical and financial support to establish PAUWES according to international standards.
Egk 2012 sarah yussuf & florian manderscheid, iceaddisicebauhaus
This document discusses creating innovation spaces that bring together startups, education, technology transfer, and community support through events, networking, collaboration, workshops and projects to foster innovation.
The document discusses the link between migration and innovation from a development perspective. It defines innovation as new solutions introduced into a market or company. Important factors that foster innovation include exchange, integration into international networks, and mobility of skilled people. Migrants can contribute to innovation through investment channels like remittances and joint ventures, as well as through knowledge and network transfers. The influencing factors include conditions in both the country of origin, like education quality, and country of destination, such as immigration policy and discrimination levels. Examples of programs that promote investment and return of skilled diaspora are discussed from Honduras, Armenia, and Serbia.
This document outlines a planned research cooperation between Mewael Kiros of ASSEFA and the Technische Universität München on conservation agriculture and cover crops. The cooperation aims to optimize the use of subsidiary crop applications in rotations to make conservation agriculture more effective. Key aspects of conservation agriculture discussed are disturbing the soil as little as possible, keeping the soil covered as much as possible, and mixing and rotating crops. The expected impacts include reduced greenhouse gas emissions, increased biodiversity, lower production costs, and social impacts. The cooperation also involves introducing conservation agriculture and cover crops in northern Ethiopia through a project called CoNEt.
This document discusses how Ethiopia has experienced significant brain drain over the past few decades but is now working to turn that into brain gain by leveraging its diaspora experts. It notes that Ethiopia lost 75% of its skilled workforce between 1980-1991 and now has over 300,000 professionals residing outside of Africa. To address shortages of academics and challenges in higher education from increasing student numbers, Ethiopia is using technology like video conferencing and establishing diaspora organizations to facilitate remote supervision, mentoring, knowledge transfer and short visits by experts abroad. This allows diaspora members to contribute without permanent return and helps turn migration from a brain drain into a brain gain for Ethiopia's development.
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Monitoring and Managing Anomaly Detection on OpenShift
Overview
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Key Topics Covered
1. Introduction to Anomaly Detection
- Understand the fundamentals of anomaly detection and its importance in identifying unusual behavior or failures in systems.
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Paper Link: https://eprint.iacr.org/2024/257
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EGK 2011: Energy 04 SOLAR23
1. A glimpse into the future of Solarrenewable energy
realizing Energy
SOLAR23 & Solar in Africa
Why invest in North AFRICA?!
2. Table of Contents
1. Introduction UBBINK‐ & CENTROTHERM Group
2. Introduction SOLAR23
3. Developing Solar Markets in Europe
4. Developing Solar Markets in Africa
3. 1. Introduction Ubbink‐ &
Centrotherm Group
Ubbink Centrotherm Group is an international
group which provides solutions to increase
energy efficiency and improve the health of
buildings and their occupants.
Ubbink Centrotherm Group manufactures,
configures and sells its products, systems and
services in Europe and around the world. Ir. J.R. (Jacko) van der Stege
CEO, Chairman of the Group Board,
Ubbink Centrotherm Group
4. Ubbink Centrotherm Group
100% CENTROTEC
Sustainable AG subsidiary
2 brands:
Centrotherm
Ubbink Centrotherm Group Ubbink
2 production sites:
Doesburg, NL
Brilon, Germany
5. Ubbink Group: Facts & Figures
Sales 2010: € 112 mio
10.7% profitability ratio
Employees: appr. 500
Subsidiaries in 6 European countries, USA and African Continent
Ubbink/Centrotherm products distributed in 35 countries
Strong position in wholesale channels, working with virtually all
major players in Europe, builders merchants as well as roofing
companies
6. Ubbink Centrotherm Group
Ubbink BV
The Netherlands
Ubbink UK Ltd.
United Kingdom
Ubbink NV/SA
Belgium
Ubbink France .S.A.S.
France
Centrotherm Systemtechnik GmbH
Germany
Solar 23
Germany
Centrotherm Italia SLR
Italy
Worldwide subsidiaries
& joint‐ventures
Ubbink East‐Africa
Kenya
Centrotec J I Asia Pte. Ltd.
Singapore European
distributors
Centrotec Eco Systems LLC
United States of America
7. Ubbink Centrotherm Group Companies
Ubbink BV Ubbink NV/SA
The Netherlands, Doesburg Belgium, Gent
Centrotherm Systemtechnik GmbH Ubbink UK Ltd.
Germany, Brilon UK, Brackley
Centrotherm Italia SLR Ubbink France SAS
Italy, Verona France, Nantes
8. Ubbink Timeline
1896 1939 1959 1969 1999
Barend Ubbink Ubbink listed on the Start Ubbink
founds iron Amsterdam Stock Start Plastic Roof Building Systems Acquired by
processing company Exchange Window production and gas flue Centrotec AG
9. Ubbink Timeline
2005 2007 2008 2009 2010
Launch
Introduction Ubiflex Ubbink air
lead‐free flashing Cascade 315 big Acquisition Solar distribution
material diameter Multivent hybrid panel production system
Launch new in‐roof Launch
Concentric CLV solar mounting Ubbink roof
system system windows
12. Ubbink Centrotherm Group ‐ part of the
CENTROTEC Group
CENTROTEC
Sustainable AG 1)
Climate Systems Gas Flue Systems Medical CENTROSOLAR
Technology & Group AG
100 % 100 % Engineering 26 % 2)
Plastics
Brink Climate Ubbink NL medimondi AG
100 % Centrosolar AG
Systems Ubbink F Möller Medical Centrosolar Glas
Ned Air Ubbink B Centroplast Centroplan
EnEV‐Air Ubbink UK Engineering Plastics Renusol
Wolf Ubbink East Africa Rolf Schmidt Tochtergesellschafte
Kuntschar + Schlüter Industriplast n in Südeuropa und
Centrotherm D
bricon ag USA
Centrotherm Italy
Centrotec Asia
Other:
Centrotec Composites
Bond‐Laminates
(25 %)
(60 %)
1) Krass family 50 – 55 %; free float 45 – 50 %
2) Krass family 20 – 25 %
13. Centrotec: international presence
Brink Climate Systems CENTROTEC Sustainable AG Rolf Schmidt IndustriPlast
Staphorst, NL Brilon, D Kolding, DK
Ned Air Centroplast GmbH
Kampen, NL Marsberg, DE
Möller Mecidal GmbH
EnEV-Air Fulda, DE
Ahaus, DE
bricon AG
Geroldswill, CH
Ubbink BV CENTROSOLAR Group
Doesburg, NL AG, Munich, DE
Ubbink UK Kuntschar + Schlüter
Brackley, GB Wolfhagen, DE
Ubbink NV Wolf Technika Grzewcza
Gentbrugge, BE Warschau, PL
Centrotherm GmbH Wolf GmbH
Brilon, DE Mainburg, DE
Wolf France S.A.S.
Ubbink F S.A.S
Massy, FR
Nantes, FR
Wolf Ibérica S.A.
Solar 23
Madrid, ES
Memmingen, DE
Wolf Representative
Centrotherm Italia Offices in
Verona, IT St. Petersburg (RUS)
Moscau (RUS)
Ljubljana (Slovenia)
Subsidiaries in 10 countries & market presence in over 45 countries
15. Introduction SOLAR23
SOLAR23 is a turnkey provider of grid‐connected photovoltaic
systems and independent solar thermal systems with an
international dealer network and customers in Europe and Africa.
In Germany, our product range involves photovoltaic systems for
residential to large power plants and back‐up systems.
In Africa and Europe, we are specialized in independent power
supplies for telecommunications relay stations, rural
electrification of villages, street lights, water pumps for drinking
water and basic electrification of households. Our customers are
private and industrial clients and development agencies such as
WORLD BANK, UN, UNICEF, EU, FAO and GICs.
16. The Group of SOLAR23
AFRICA EUROPE
ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast ULM, Germany
ACCRA, Ghana HERRENBERG, Germany
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia REUTLINGEN, Germany
ALGIER, Algeria BRUXELLES, Belgique
ANTANANARIVO, Madagascar BOURDEAUX, France
ASMARA, Eritrea VALENCIA, Spain
BUJUMBURA, Burundi
DAKAR, Senegal
JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia
ASIA
RIADH, Saudi Arabia
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa NEW DELHI, India
KAMPALA, Uganda KONYA, Turkey
KINSHASA, Dem. Rep. Of Congo
LAGOS, Nigeria
LOMÉ, Togo
LUSAKA, Zambia
N´DJAMENA, Chad
NOUAKCHOTT, Mauritania
OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso
TUNIS, Tunisia
YOUNDÉ, Cameroon
17. SOLAR23 Distribution Channels
Africa
Whole sale to Whole sale to
Whole sale to
Turn key Internation
Companies /
projects tenders
customers
partners agencies
Europe
Whole sale
Turn key projects
trade to small Public tenders
private customer
installers
19. SOLAR23 Timeline
1995 2000
The founding of Solar23 GmbH started The German subsidiary, SOLAR23 GmbH, was
with the first visit of Jürgen Raach as established in Reutlingen (Germany)
sales responsable at SIEMENS SOLAR of
their first customer in Africa ‐ SINES, a
North African company, founded in
1995 by Ismail Sibai
20. SOLAR23 Timeline
2004 2008 2010
Decision to go step further with
strong partners
Founding of S.IN.ES Industrie SARL – the Solar23 achieved record sales of € 13.3
2nd largest solar collector manufacturer million and increased their total
in Africa with more than 15.000 m²/year revenue by 40%, compared to 2007.
The number of employees rises to 25.
The cumulative PV installations exceed
10 MWp.
32. Developing Solar Markets in Africa
Lessons learned in Africa
Reputation & Credibility & integrity & Bribes
Long term relationships vs. ‘deal‐orientation’
Be far from Political influences
Governmental Incentives for Solar
Managing people:
Delegation is challenging
Simple processes vs. Complexity
Clarity in communications – step by step
Africa is very big (53 countries) partnerships are essential!
Flexibility in strategy.
Proximity to the Market