Agriculture
November 7, 2018
Updated on May 15, 2018
·Created on August 18, 2016
The SOLARKIOSK E-HUBB is an integrated solar array, battery, power electronics and appliances that is built into a mobile and secure storefront. The E-HUBB can be modified to serve the purpose of the end-user including communication hubs, health clinics or refugee situations.
The SOLARKIOSK was designed by Graft Labs and co-founded by Lars Kruckeberg and Wolfram Putz.
SOLARKIOSK is located in Berlin, Germany with additional operations across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
Manufacturing/Building Method
Made to order
Intellectural Property Type
Trade Secret
User Provision Model
Direct from manufacturer
Distributions to Date Status
As of June 2017, 200 kiosks have been distributed, including 50 throughout Kenya and 50 in Rwanda.
Power rating (W or kW)
1 – 4 kW power rating with one installation of 7 kW
Battery type
Unknown
Battery capacity (mAh)
Unknown
Grid compatibility (yes/no)
No
Description of mobility
Yes
Design Specifications
Specifications - 1-4 kWp of PV - kiosk frame and wall panels that an be local manufactured using a variety of materials, such as steel, aluminum, and brick, among others. - The Canopy Expansion also allows users to increase the power generation capacity
Technical Support
Unknown
Replacement Components
Additional components can be added to the SOLARKIOSK to allow for variety of functionality.
Lifecycle
Unknown
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
Total power capacity of 1-4 kW
Vetted Performance Status
Unknown
Safety
Be sure to follow proper electrical installation and control guidelines.
Complementary Technical Systems
Academic Research and References
Breyer C., Resch M., Schnorr F., Local and Global Simulation of Solarkiosks. ResearchGate, 2013.
Resch M., Wolff M., Wiik C., Breyer C., Demand Side and Battery Management in Solarkiosks— Simulation and Operating Experience. ResearchGate, 2012.
Hamilton J., The EKOCENTER: A Case Study in Coca-Cola, Corporate Social Responsibility, and Bluewashing. University of Minnesota, 2015.
Ritola M., Annala M., Hulkkonen S., Cleantech Takes Over Consumer Markets. DEMOS HELSINKI.
Dembczyk A. and Zaoral J., Stakeholder Engagement in Sustainable Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Umeå School of Business and Economics, 2014.
Compliance with regulations
Unknown
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