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On July 17, 2024

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Substandard Solar Installations: A Lethal Threat to Zimbabwe's Energy Future

Topic: Safety Alert | Focus: ZERA Warning

In a country where the quest for reliable and sustainable energy is paramount, the rise of substandard solar installations has cast a dark shadow over Zimbabwe's aspirations for a brighter, more sustainable future.

The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (Zera) has sounded the alarm, attributing a significant number of electrical accidents and fatalities to the proliferation of low-quality solar products and improper installations.

Substandard Solar Installations Fuel Infernos

A Lethal Threat to Zimbabwe's Energy Future

Sona Solar Zimbabwe delves into the complexities of this issue, exploring the causes, consequences, and the critical steps being taken to address this menace.

The Alarming Reality

The statistics are stark and unsettling. These numbers underscore the urgent need for stringent regulations.

27 DEATHS REPORTED

This Year Alone

Resulting from over 200 notifications of electrical accidents.

A CONTINUING TREND

Year on Year Increase

This follows 45 deaths recorded last year due to similar incidents.

Why Is This Happening?

Substandard Products

At the heart of this crisis are cheap, defective solar products. Often imported, these are characterized by their low cost but high failure rates. Consumers lured by affordable prices are left with dangerous equipment.

Example: Agnes Mandishora purchased Chinese solar equipment only to find the lamps and batteries defective and return policies non-existent.

Unqualified Installers

Zera senior engineer Man’arai Ndovorwi emphasized that about three to four lives are lost every month due to bad installations. Improper wiring, especially when combined with existing electrical connections (like in fowl runs), leads to electrocutions.

Environmental Impact

The frequent failure of these systems results in significant financial losses and e-waste. Defective panels and batteries end up in unregulated urban dumps, posing long-term environmental hazards.

Regulatory Action: A Step Forward

In response, ZERA is spearheading comprehensive regulations.

MANDATORY SAFETY

Introduction of advanced circuit breakers in every household to detect minimum faults and isolate circuits.

LOCAL STANDARDS

The draft Energy Solar Products and Installation Regulations Act (Espira) aims to ensure all imports meet local standards.

INSTALLER TRAINING

Mandatory training for installers to ensure they are equipped to design and install systems safely.

How to Protect Yourself

To our readers, we urge you to be vigilant. Here are key takeaways:

Verify Quality

Ensure that the solar products you purchase meet local standards and are certified by reputable bodies.

Choose Reputable Installers

Opt for installers who have undergone the necessary training and adhere to safety protocols. Avoid unverified "briefcase" technicians.

Demand Accountability

Insist on warranties and customer support. Reputable manufacturers like Sona Solar Zimbabwe stand by their products.

ZERA Crafts Regulations for Solar Energy Sector

Renewable Energy Landscape

Choose Safety with Sona Solar

At Sona Solar Zimbabwe, we are committed to providing high-quality solar solutions. With a 25-year warranty, 10-year workmanship warranty, and a two-year production guarantee, we stand out as one of the most reputable solar companies in Zimbabwe.

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Solar Sales: +263 78 293 3586, +263 78 922 2847
Operations: +263 78 864 2437
Landline: +263 24 2797750
Email: sonasolarzw@gmail.com
Website: www.sonasolar.co.zw

Let's work together towards a brighter, safer, and more sustainable future for Zimbabwe.

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