Powerhive

Market Suggested Retail Price

$0.75

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

Powerhive, First Solar, and Caterpillar

Manufacturing/Building Method

N/A

Intellectural Property Type

Patent Protected

User Provision Model

Powerhive uses its swarm application to identify potential micro-grid sites. Communities interested in partnering with Powerhive should use their contact page.

Distributions to Date Status

The pilot program served over 1,500 households and businesses (about 4,000 people) in Kenya with plans to expand to 200,000 units.

Design Specifications

The initial setup includes a ReadyBoard, which includes an LED light on a 5 meter cable, 2 lighting outlets, and 2 electrical outlets.

Technical Support

Technical support is provided by Powerhive as a part of the service.

Replacement Components

Unknown

Lifecycle

N/A

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

To provide access to affordable and reliable off-grid electricity in remote areas.

Vetted Performance Status

Powerhive has provided service to 1,500 households and businesses during the pilot program. Those systems are providing 90 kW across three sites.

Safety

The provided ReadyBoard includes safety features such as an overload breaker.

Complementary Technical Systems

None

Academic Research and References

Compliance with regulations

Powerhive is licensed as a private electricity provider by the Energy Regulatory Commission of Kenya and is in compliance with local laws and regulations.

Other Information

- Powerhive slide decks with detailed information #1, #2, #3 - HYSTRA Report - Reaching Scale in Access to Energy - EFC Report - Kenya Market Assessment for Off-Grid Electrification - LiveWire Report - Scaling Up Access to Electricity: Pay-as-You-Go Plans in Off-Grid Energy Services