Solar energy in developing countries : perspectives and prospects

This is a report of an ad hoc Advisory Panel, made up of specialists from the United States and abroad, to: (1) Assess the state-of-the-art in utilizing solar energy for developing countries and review current practical applications; (2) identify promising areas for research and development; and (3) examine the desirability of establishing an international solar energy institute in North Africa to carry out solar energy research and development.