Can I use a microinverter to supplement an off-grid system?

You can easily use microinverters to supplement an off-grid system. If you are connecting it to an AC coupling capable system. I have a cheap 300W gti plugged into mine. Just wanted to see if it works. Also means I'm running AC thru 30m of cable instead of DC. Less voltage drop and simplifies the wiring.

Are there mini-grids in South Sudan?

Several companies have developed and operate mini-grids in South Sudan, as summarised in Annex 4. Data on type, number of end users, and retail tarifs were unavail-able for all companies apart from SunGate Solar.

Is finance a barrier to developing a mini-grid supply chain in South Sudan?

The lack of access to finance was identified as a critical barrier to developing the of-grid and mini-grid supply chain in South Sudan. One of the respondents in the study reported that financial institutions charge high interest rates, up to 22%, thus making it unattractive to borrow money to expand business activities.

Should South Sudan remove import duty on solar products?

In line with the East Africa Community member states, South Sudan should remove import duty on solar products. Such measures could also result in improved afordability of the end products by households. Tarif rises should also be linked to prevailing exchange rates and inflation levels since solar companies cannot change their prices.

Are solar devices a problem in South Sudan?

The second hurdle is the lack of awareness, with 8% of urban and rural populations reporting a lack of knowledge about solar devices. The third barrier to greater penetration of solar devices in South Sudan is poor consumer perceptions of solar product quality.