GadgetroniX – Kimarishe solar pumping system (Tanzania)

This case study describes the installation of a solar water pumping system at the Kimarishe Serengeti Lodge in Tanzania's Serengeti National Park to replace fuel-dependent systems and ensure a reliable water supply for lodge operations.

• GadgetroniX installed a solar water pumping system at Kimarishe Serengeti Lodge to address challenges associated with traditional pumping systems, specifically fuel dependency, high running costs, and maintenance demands. The system provides water for staff use, guest services, pool maintenance, and laundry.
• The solar pumping system has an output capacity of 8.6 m³ per hour and is powered by a 17.6 kWp solar array consisting of 32 × 550W JA Solar MBB Half-Cell Modules. The technical setup includes a Grundfos SP9-44 pump unit with a 9.2kW 3PH MS6000 Motor and a Grundfos RSI 3×380–440V IP66 pump controller (11kW, 23A).
• The implementation of the solar system resulted in several operational improvements, including a continuous water supply, reduced reliance on fuel-powered systems, lower maintenance and operational costs, and improved service delivery for staff and guests.

APA

Alliance for Renewable Electrification (2026). GadgetroniX – Kimarishe solar pumping system (Tanzania). https://renewelec.org/case-study/gadgetronix-kimarishe-solar-pumping-system-tanzania/

Chicago

Alliance for Renewable Electrification. GadgetroniX – Kimarishe solar pumping system (Tanzania). 2026. https://renewelec.org/case-study/gadgetronix-kimarishe-solar-pumping-system-tanzania/.

Wikipedia

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BibTeX

@techreport{allianceforrenewableelectrification2026gadgetronix, author = {{Alliance for Renewable Electrification}}, title = {{GadgetroniX – Kimarishe solar pumping system (Tanzania)}}, institution = {Alliance for Renewable Electrification}, year = {2026}, month = may, url = {https://renewelec.org/case-study/gadgetronix-kimarishe-solar-pumping-system-tanzania/}, urldate = {2026-08-17}, note = {Indexed by Climate Insights Directory} }