Solar energy resources and photovoltaic power potential of an underutilised region: a case of Alice, South Africa

OK Overen, EL Meyer - Energies, 2022 - mdpi.com
Despite South Africa's international recognition in solar energy investments, the country is
struggling to meet its growing energy needs. In recent years, national blackouts and load …

Zonal air exchange rate of a passive solar house and resultant sensible air heat transfer

OK Overen, EL Meyer, G Makaka… - Indoor and Built …, 2019 - journals.sagepub.com
A passive solar house was constructed in Alice, South Africa as a prototype for low-cost
energy-efficient housing. Minimum air exchange rate was adopted to minimise heat transfer …

[PDF][PDF] Seasonal Performance of a 3.8 kWp Rooftop PV System in Zone 2 Climate of South Africa

OK Overen, EL Meyer - 2019 - sasec.org.za
Sustainable energy supply has been an immense challenge in South Africa due to ageing
power plants and growing demand. Renewable energy sources have been identified to …