Compressing machine: Turns Olive residue into cylindrical pellets that are used for heating

SDG(s)

Sustainable Development Goal(s)

7Affordable and clean energy

10Reduced innequalities

12Responsible consumption and production

13Climate action

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What is the name of the solution holder? (main contact person, if multiple)

هيثم إسماعيل الحمود Haitham Isamil Al- Hamoud

What is the address and preferred way to contact the solution holder?

Syria - Raqqa Directly through Solutions mapping focal point Solutions Holder Mobile Phone: 994410504

Does the solution holder have any institutional affiliation in country?

What is the purpose of the solution? (brief problem & solution description)

It is a solar-powered compressing machine that compresses the pulpy olive residue and turns it into what is locally called "Birin" . The machine compresses the birin and turns it into cylindrical pellets that are used as biomass fuel to heat homes.

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Is this solution DIY / open source or IP protected?

DIY / open source

Will the solution holder be able to train others (including end-users) in using or replicating the solution?

Yes

What is the unit cost of this Solution along with any additional cost for maintenance and training?

1500$

Is this solution a prototype or product?

Product

If this solution is a product, is it available in the market (off the shelf) or advance order has to be given?

Advance order has to be given

What is the Technological Readiness Level (TRL) of this solution?

How much has this solution already been diffused? Is there potential feedback from end-users available?

It has been produced twice and users had satisfactory experience

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Are there any efficiency benchmarks for this solution (eg. how much energy does it save; how much cheaper does it produce energy than current market rates/ current household expenditure / cost per kW h)?

Are there any other potential bottlenecks affecting cross-border or in country diffusion of this solution?

The solution can only be aplied in countries where olive trees

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Consent to share form or official link.