Your Farm Details
▾| Option | Capital Cost | 10-Year Total |
|---|---|---|
| Dizeli Pump | ||
| Solar Pump | ||
| 10-Year Savings | ||
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Solar Array Needed | |
| Annual Dizeli Cost | |
| Payback Period | |
| CO Saved / Year |
Solar vs Dizeli Irrigation in Africa The Business Case
Solar water pumping is the fastest-growing segment of agricultural solar in Africa. With diesel prices at record highs and panel costs falling, solar irrigation now pays back in 36 years in most African countries and then runs virtually free for 20+ more years.
Disclaimer: Calculations use current fuel prices and solar installation costs. Prices vary by location and system configuration.