Denmark - International Workshop on Natural and Low–Cost Materials in Wind Energy Technologies

Dear AfriWEA and Windfair.net Members,

Please find below information about a workshop with contribution from our members Baptiste Berges (Denmark) and Mike Harries (Kenya). They will speak about:

· Case study of the development in Kenya of the third generation Kijito windpump (Mike Harries)

· Case study of the wind-based rural electrification project in Esilanke Primary School, Kenya (Baptiste Berges)

· Design aspects of a Small Wind Turbine adapted to powering a rural school in Kenyan wind climates (Baptiste Berges)

International Workshop on Natural and Low–Cost Materials in Wind Energy Technologies (Denmark, November 10 to 12, 2008)

The workshop will cover the following main themes:

· Low-cost wind energy technologies, their perspectives and applications in developing countries

· Mechanical testing, strength and reliability of wood, other natural and low-cost materials, used in wind energy technologies

· Mechanics and micromechanics of natural materials, optimal choice of materials and coatings for wind energy technologies

· Case studies, social and economic aspects of wind energy in developing countries

For further information please visit: http://www.risoe.dk/Conferences/Nepal_workshop2008/overview.aspx

Regards,

Holger Peters

Holger Peters (Webmaster)
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