[Stoves] Charcoal-TEG power pack

[rajan_jiby at dataone.in]

Dear Ron,

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> One idea I think that deserves more working on is coupling the stoves 
> topic with the village power topic - while making char. I have started a 
> meeting on that with a knowledgeable TEG friend, with two of the Village 
> Power presenters. I think TEGS could eventually be cheaper than PV and, 
> unlike solar/wind, is dispatchable.


A really "great idea".

"Charcoal combustion with TEG attached" should be a fantastic "power pack" 
for a village home lighting.

The beauty with charcoal combustion is that the combustion can be 
comparatively well-controlled and can last for long time - compared to a 
wood-fire.

Also, a TLUD stove can be handy in generating a high grade charcoal.

Regards,

Rajan