CO2 neutral cooking solutions with local Pay-As-You-Go option, BT, energy performance monitoring and USB charging output
As the global demand for clean energy rises, PV-solar cooking is emerging as a practical and sustainable solution. Solar cooking not only reduces dependency on wood and charcoal, but also lowers indoor air pollution, cuts CO₂ emissions, and saves time for families who would otherwise spend hours or money for firewood or fuel.
EMPO-NI Off-Grid Solutions, based in Düsseldorf, Germany offers a range of PV-Solar Direct Heating Systems “SDH” designed specifically for cooking and heating water. These units convert efficiently solar energy into electric heat, eliminating the need for gas or open fires. The family of SDHs employ USB outlet for charging purposes, a precise energy meter for CO2 offsetting / refinancing purposes, a local Pay-As-You-Go interface and Bluetooth connectivity. The product line includes:
- SDH500W-50V – Ideal for families, this compact unit provides efficient cooking power for basic daily needs. It’s easy to operate from only one 250Wp – 550Wp PV-panel, and perfect for rural households with limited energy access.
- SDH800W-100V – Designed for larger families, this model offers greater capacity and faster heating, making it suitable for larger meal preparation by using 2 pieces of 72cell class PV-panel.
- SDH3000W-425V – Built for professional applications, such as schools, health centres, and community kitchens, this higher-power unit enables larger-scale cooking with option to distribute the energy between the actual cooking process and an optional boiler that stores the excess energy into hot water allowing to speed up the cooking process at days with much lower sunshine intensity.
All EMPO-NI SDH products incorporate a power optimizing circuit that in contrast to a simple direct connection between PV-panel and the heating elements will extract the maximum available power under any suboptimum sunlight conditions. The red arrows show the enormous gain of power especially at low or indirect sunlight intensities e.g. at cloudy weather conditions.
By introducing these solar cooking systems in off-grid areas, EMPO-NI is addressing multiple Sustainable Development Goals, including affordable clean energy (SDG7), climate action (SDG13), and health improvement (SDG3). Their work not only brings renewable energy into kitchens—it empowers communities to become more self-reliant and resilient.
EMPO-NI Off-Grid Solutions stands out as a driving force behind innovative PV-solar based clean cooking equipment. From small households to institutional kitchens, their solar cooking products are lighting the way toward a healthier, greener future.
Contact: office@empo-ni.de