Solar, Biomass and Hybrid Dryers - BioEnergy Discussion Lists

Renewable Energy Technologies in Asia: A RegionalResearch and Dissemination Programme‘Renewable Energy Technologies in Asia: A Regional Research andDissemination Programme (RETs in Asia)’ was initiated in 1997 with thebroad aim of contributing to sustainable development of the Asian regionby promoting selected mature/nearly mature renewable energytechnologies.The programme activities, namely adaptive research, demonstration anddissemination were carried out in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Nepal, Lao PDR,Philippines and Vietnam, and at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT).The renewable energy technologies/accessories considered in theprogramme included development of solar dryers, solar-biomass hybriddryers, PV solar home systems, PV systems for community uses, improvedPV accessories and appliances, improved biomass briquetting systems,biomass briquette stoves and gasifiers. These were designed and adaptedto the local conditions and requirements. Demonstration systems wereinstalled to promote awareness on the technical and financial viability ofRenewable Energy systems. Construction, operation and maintenancemanuals of the developed devices were prepared and disseminated toentrepreneurs and users. Technology transfer programs were organizedamong the participating institutions. Training programs were conductedfor entrepreneurs, users and technicians. Results of the programme weredisseminated to researchers, policy makers, entrepreneurs and usersthrough publications, conferences, seminars and other media.The ‘Renewable Energy Technologies in Asia: A Regional Research andDissemination Programme’ was supported by the Swedish InternationalDevelopment Co-operation Agency (Sida) and coordinated by the AsianInstitute of technology (AIT).62http://www.retsasia.ait.ac.th