Bosnia and Herzegovina
Solar Market Outlook in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s energy sector has endured significant loss due to the low energy efficiency standards in the past. This was the case with both residential and commercial buildings, which resulted in the country’s high energy expenditure. As part of the country’s economic transition, they are also looking at switching to energy efficient renewable sources in order to counter the effects of poverty.
The government in Bosnia and Herzegovina is looking at clean energy sources such as solar in order to reduce carbon emissions, reduce fossil fuel usage, and to lower the cost of energy in public buildings. To do this, there was emphasis on energy efficiency and renewable energy.
In 2018, solar energy accounted for 20.65 MW of power generation. This was a significant number but it is not the most prevalent source of renewable energy since hydropower and wind produced more energy.
There are still many issues plaguing Bosnia and Herzegovina’s solar PV market, but the government is looking to scale it up. They are hoping to correct the lack of clear administrative procedures in order to create new opportunities for investors in the solar energy sector.
Solar Energy Equipment Supply Capacity in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bosnia and Herzegovina has access to local and global suppliers and distributors of solar power equipment. However, local manufacturers are far and few in between so the best option would be to find global or online suppliers.
Top Major Seaports & Logistics in Bosnia and Herzegovina
It is easy to facilitate trade and transport of solar power equipment in Bosnia and Herzegovina through the following seaports:
- Bijeljina,
- Brcko,
- Konjic,
- Modrica,
- Tuzla,
- Prijedor,
- Zvornik,
- Bosanskri Brod
Microinverter
What is a Microinverter?
A Microinverter or a Solar micro-inverter is an extremely small device used to convert DC to AC. These inverters are so small that they are used as plug-and-play. Microinverters work remotely with every panel. This is advantageous in case of panel failure or power surge.
These inverters work on every power output from the panels and if there are inconsistencies rectification can be done without hindering the performance of all the other panels.
Where are Microinverters used?
Microinverters find their application in Solar Roofs for domestic use. These microinverters monitor the performance of every panel and convert DC to AC. A micro inverter is best used with small Solar roofs with limited spaces.
Microinverters help the Solar system to overcome difficulties like shading, dust, sunlight blocking, and many more difficulties.
Advantages of Microinverter
The biggest advantage of the Solar Microinverter is the compact size. For high power output, bulky inverters are required, but to convert a very small level of DC from panels requires small compact Microinverters.
- Microinverters are connected to the arrays and panels to get the maximum performance from the system.
- Maintenance is easy simple replacement and connection of plug and play devices.
- Can be used with apps and network
- Each panel output can be monitored throughout the day
- The performance of the adjacent panels is not affected due to the malfunction of one panel.
How does a Microinverter work?
Microinverters are manufactured to operate in the range 190 and 220 W. Micro Inverter converter DC to AC at the panel level. Microinverters are preferred over string inverters and can have a warranty of up 15 to 25 years.
What are some major brands of Microinverter?
Emphasis is the leading brand of Solar Micro Inverters. Some of the other big brand names are:
- SolarBridge Technologies/SunPower
- Advanced Energy Industries
- Petra Systems
- Chilicon Power
