Why is Cuba allowing a non-commercial import of photovoltaic systems?

Cuba authorized this Wednesday the non-commercial import of photovoltaic systems, their parts and pieces, free of customs duties, by individuals. The regulation aims to increase the participation of individuals in the electric power generation matrix, to advance in the development of renewable energy sources in Cuba, the source indicates.

Is photovoltaic technology in Cuba a good idea?

Bearing in mind the cost of photovoltaic systems and transport costs to Cuba, rental homes and other private businesses seem to be the ones that are being called on to take advantage of this new opportunity. At least in the beginning. However, the mass use of photovoltaic technology in Cuba is also in the State’s best interests.

Is Cuba wasting solar energy?

With just 20,000 solar water heaters and a million kWh every day of energy installed in its photovoltaic parks, Cuba is basically wasting the vast majority of the solar energy it has available. This article was translated into English from the original in Spanish.

What are the components of a photovoltaic system?

According to the resolution, the photovoltaic system is generally composed of: photovoltaic panels, direct and alternating current protectors, photovoltaic systems inverter, batteries for energy storage and electrical conductor.

Can a photovoltaic system be imported independently?

The document clarifies that the photovoltaic panels, the inverter, the support structures, electric boards, cabinets for parts and the grounding system can be imported independently from the photovoltaic system.