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ZERA Crafts Regulations for Solar Energy Sector: A New Era for Zimbabwe’s Renewable Future

Category: Regulation & Compliance | Source: ZERA

As Zimbabwe navigates the complexities of its energy landscape, the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) is at the forefront of a significant transformation. The authority is crafting a comprehensive regulatory framework specifically designed for the solar energy sector.

ZERA Crafts Regulations for Solar Energy Sector

This move promises to elevate the standards, safety, and efficiency of solar energy production and installation across the country.

Key Regulatory Goals

Safety Standards

Ensuring that all installations protect the public and property from electrical hazards.

Quality Assurance

Combating sub-standard products to restore confidence in solar technology.

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Installer Qualifications

Mandating certified training for all solar installers in Zimbabwe.

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The Need for Regulation

Zimbabwe's solar energy sector has grown exponentially, driven by chronic electricity shortages. However, this growth has brought challenges, including sub-standard products and unqualified installers.

"The sector is generally not regulated, and the influx of sub-standard products in the market has characterized the sector. Poor workmanship has given rise to the notion that solar energy use is not good."

— Eng. Man’arai Ndovorwi, ZERA Senior Engineer

This lack of oversight has compromised safety and performance, necessitating stringent new rules.

The Proposed Regulations

The new “Energy (Solar Products and Installation) Regulations” address these critical areas:

Quality Standards

One of the primary objectives is to ensure that all solar products conform to Zimbabwean standards and International Electrochemical Commission (IEC) standards. This involves rigorous testing and certification processes to guarantee that only high-quality products enter the market.

Qualified Installations

The regulations mandate that all solar and electrical installations must be performed by qualified professionals. This includes mandatory electrical inspections by certified personnel. Additionally, there will be a mandatory training requirement of 40 hours, covering both theory and practical sessions.

Public Safety

ZERA is reviewing the Electricity (Public Safety) Regulations to ensure safety during generation, transmission, and distribution. This covers guidelines for house wiring qualifications, cables, and split metering.

Impact & Future Vision

Monitoring and Enforcement

Effective monitoring is crucial. ZERA will enhance inspection efforts to ensure only qualified individuals install solar systems, maintaining sector integrity and protecting consumers.

National & Global Objectives

These regulations align with the Renewable Energy Policy, aiming for 1,100 MW of renewable capacity by 2025. It also supports the UN Sustainable Energy for All (SE4ALL) initiative to increase access to modern energy by 2030.

Economic Benefits

High-quality installations reduce accidents and failures, extending system lifespans. Growing the sector reduces reliance on imported electricity, saving foreign exchange reserves, and stimulates job creation in manufacturing and installation.

A New Era for Zimbabwe

As Zimbabwe embarks on this journey, stakeholder commitment is imperative.

We encourage you to stay informed. Together, we can harness the full potential of solar energy to drive economic growth and ensure a sustainable energy future.

"We are mandated to come up with a standard of equipment to harness the resource." — Eng. Man’arai Ndovorwi.

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