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I N D U S T R Y, T R A D E & E N V I R O N M E N T

Energy

Modern economies strongly rely on the supply of energy AREAS OF EXPERTISE

from various sources. The availability of energy is often the
prime condition to facilitate (further) development and to
improve living conditions. Another driving factor is Global
Warming, as many fossil fuels contribute to the emission of
greenhouse gases. In the coming decades fossil fuels will
be replaced by renewable energy sources. Particularly in
tropical regions where solar energy is available in
abundance and therefore attractive, but also hydropower,
biomass, geothermal power and wind power can be
applied widely, depending on local circumstances.
Particularly in sectors where energy costs take a substantial
share in the operating costs it yields to invest in energy savings
as these may easily result in a reduction of energy consumption
of 20%, having impact on the profitability of the operation. In
countries where the use of firewood and charcoal is widespread
another incentive for energy saving and the use of sustainable
energy sources is found: preventing serious deforestation.
PUM experts have vast knowhow of technologies to generate
and convert energy and on energy efficiency measures, in
industry and other commercial enterprises as well as in
consumer applications. They know the latest developments and
share a network in Dutch and European companies active in the
energy sector. They are well equipped to transfer their
knowledge and experience in trainings and seminars. Also, the
environmental effects of energy generation/conversion/
consumption (like air pollution and waste materials) are covered
by PUM’s energy experts.
DISTRIBUTED ENERGY GENERATION FROM RENEWABLE
SOURCES
• Solar electricity generation and storage, both in off-grid
systems and grid connected systems.
• Thermal solar systems, including hot water systems
(hotels, hospitals) and solar dryers (food processing).
• Solar driven pumping systems for fresh water and irri-
gation.
• Hydropower generation.
• Biomass (combustion, gasification, fermentation) fuels
• Geothermal energy generation.
• Application of wind turbines.
To reduce the emission of so called greenhouse gases we see a
steep increase in the application of renewable sources.
DISTRIBUTION (NETWORKS) & CONVERSION OF ENERGY
Not only the generation, but also the distribution needs to be
taken care of in a reliable and safe fashion.
EFFICIENT USE OF TRADITIONAL ENERGY SOURCES
Fire wood, coal, oil, (liquefied) gas. Where still traditional
sources are applied, one should take care that they are handled
in an (energy) efficient way.
COGENERATION OF HEAT & POWER (CHP-SYS-TEMS)
Efficiency can be greatly boosted when heat and electricity are
generated in combination.
EXPLORATION AND WINNING OF CRUDE OIL & NATURAL GAS

AVOIDANCE OF HARMFUL EFFECTS OF ENERGY

PROCESSES

ECONOMY AND MARKETING OF ENERGY OPERATIONS

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ENERGY SAVINGS IN HOTELS
Our experts have executed energy audits resulting in advice
on energy saving measures. A chain of eco-hotels faced fast
growing electricity bills. Following a well-structured checklist
simple energy savings of about 25% could be identified. With
the application of solar PV and Solar Hot Water and
improved control of energy functions (airco, lighting,
cooking, etc.) additional saving of 30 % could be proposed,
with a return on investments of less than four years.
Photo: Solar hot water collector for a large hotel.
SOLAR DRYING OF FRUITS & HERBS
In various projects companies that conserve fruits and herbs
by drying were advised how they could improve their
processes by application of solar drying in closed cabinets.
This not only improved the quality of the end products (no
contamination), it also accelerated the drying process and
reduced the spoilage of fruits/herbs.
Photo: Greenhouse dryer for coffee beans.
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BIO ENERGY FROM FARMS
Huge energy generation is feasible turning animal manure into
biogas (using the residues as fertilizer). In several cases high
volumes of biogas were obtained from poultry waste. Other
applications range from sugar cane bagasse and other crop
waste to be turned into biogas (methane) or biofuel (methanol).
SOLAR SYSTEMS IN RURAL AREAS
In many rural areas without electricity grid the demand for
solar generated electricity is growing fast. African companies
have been advised how they can support this demand by the
introduction of solar lamps, Solar Home Systems and Solar
mini grids, creating opportunities for better living conditions
and the emergence of small enterprises making use of
electrically driven tools (battery chargers, computers, and
electromechanical tools). Special attention was given to so
called safety lights that automatically switch on upon the
approach of a person and solar street lights.
Photo: Installing Home Solar Systems in Sierra Leone.
SOLAR PUMPS FOR IRRIGATION
In co-operation with the PUM sectors “Water” and “Agriculture”
we advised the replacement of diesel driven pumps with
(submergible) pumps run on solar electricity. Such pumps avoid
expensive fuel for the diesel pumps and with a water storage
bin allow for controlled irrigation at selected periods. Combined
with a water saving system of drip irrigation and appropriate
fertilisers the harvest was doubled. Environmental benefits are
less noise and air pollution and reduction of CO2 emissions.
Return on investment is as low as about three years.
MINI HYDROPOWER STATIONS
A Latin American Company that operates 12 mini hydro systems
was advised on their strategy for the future: which stations need
to be replaced when and what are opportunities for future
expansion? Now they are refurbishing their wornout stations
with the newest turbines, generators and control equipment.
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