Filling stations along the East-West Road, in Port Harcourt, Warri, Effurun, Ughelli and Yenagoa run generators for long hours. Solar can carry much of that load.
What a station runs
| Area | Loads |
|---|---|
| Forecourt | Dispensers, canopy lights |
| Office | Computer, POS, printer, fan |
| Shop | Fridges, lights |
| Security | CCTV, perimeter lights |
Where things go
- Panels: on the canopy or office roof, if strong enough
- Inverter and batteries: in a dedicated room away from fuel vapour
- Cables: in proper conduit, following fuel site rules
Safety first
Fuel sites have strict rules. Equipment stays outside hazardous zones. Earthing and surge protection are a must. Read earthing and surge protection.
Hybrid design
Solar by day, battery for the evening, generator as backup for very busy nights or long cloudy spells.
