Construction of solar cookers and driers

Construction of solar cookers and driers PDF

Author: Amelin, D.

Publisher: CTA

Published: 2014-09-04

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9290815671

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Solar cookers and driers capture the sun’s rays to heat and dry food. Although not well known, these technologies provide better results than conventional cooking and drying methods in terms of economy, ecology, food quality and ease of use. Liberally and colourfully illustrated, this practical guide presents step-by-step methods for building and using a box cooker, a solar panel cooker, a direct solar drier and an indirect solar drier. Simple to make and use independently, the technologies provide an economical way to meet the food processing needs of diverse populations. Topics covered in this inspirational text include types of cookers/driers, construction and use, and a handy table of costs. Finally the guide has a useful chapter providing further reading and contacts.

DIY: How to Make a Solar Oven

DIY: How to Make a Solar Oven PDF

Author: Sharon Buydens

Publisher: CreateSpace

Published: 2015-07-30

Total Pages: 96

ISBN-13: 9781515302049

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Sharon Buydens first served on the Board of Directors as Secretary and newsletter editor for the El Paso Solar Energy Association (www.espea.org) starting in 1989 (under her previous name). After learning about passive solar home design, and teaching workshops, attending events, promoting solar on Earth Day committees, she designed and built a passive solar straw bale house in Nebraska. Upon returning to El Paso in 1999 she became EPSEA's Project Manager for three bi-national and EPA grants to install solar water distillers in border colonias, and was first female EPSEA President in 2001. Today Sharon writes books and teaches others about the many practical aspects of solar energy.

Building Technology

Building Technology PDF

Author: Ivor H. Seeley

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 1995-11-11

Total Pages: 348

ISBN-13: 1349135658

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Describes and examines the constructional techniques, choice and use of materials and the statutory requirements for domestic buildings. The text is generously supported by more than 60 pages of drawings and sketches. It is aimed at first and second year students in a wide variety of disciplines.

Improved techniques for hand-crafted soaps and detergents production

Improved techniques for hand-crafted soaps and detergents production PDF

Author: Oden Bella, M.G.

Publisher: CTA

Published: 2014-09-04

Total Pages: 44

ISBN-13: 9290815647

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With the soap and detergent market experiencing rapid growth in Africa, this clearly presented and illustrated guide provides a timely demonstration of improved techniques for their production. Using simple and effective methods, it describes the hand-crafted production of toilet soap, household soap, shampoo, and liquid and powdered detergent. An invaluable learning and development tool, the text is the perfect introduction for anyone wanting to start an income-generating project in this area.

Raising geese

Raising geese PDF

Author: Bidima, I.M.

Publisher: CTA

Published: 2014-09-04

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 9290815655

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With their meat, liver, feathers and down much sought after, raising geese can be a highly profitable venture. This practical, colourfully illustrated guide provides tips and guidance for breeding geese. With liberal use of tables and easy-to-follow processes, topics covered include anatomy, physiology and rearing techniques, with emphasis placed on feeding and common diseases. Later sections of the guide set out valuable ideas for the marketing of geese, as well as some recipes.

Quail farming in tropical regions

Quail farming in tropical regions PDF

Author: Mondry, R.

Publisher: CTA

Published: 2016-09-05

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9290816023

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Although quail farming is known for its relative simplicity, low space requirements and financial resources as well as being subject to ever growing demand, it remains a marginal activity by comparison with the potential it offers. As an excellent way to increase income, it can be practised on a small or large scale. This guide is an outreach tool to encourage small-scale farmers to get involved in rearing quail and to give pertinent advice to farmers already active in the business.

Production and processing of moringa

Production and processing of moringa PDF

Author: Modeste Bidima, I.

Publisher: CTA

Published: 2016-09-05

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 929081599X

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Sometimes called “the tree of life” or “the tree of paradise” due to its exceptional environmental, medicinal and dietary benefits, the moringa is a multi-purpose tree whose leaves, flowers, fruits, bark and roots can all be directly consumed. Its nutritional qualities are becoming increasingly recognised and could represent an effective solution in combating malnutrition.

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