Chimney Solar Dryer
UC Davis
The Chimney Solar Dryer is an efficient, low-cost solar dryer that is used to dry fruits and vegetables.
Product description Brand name and product description
The Chimney solar dryer is designed by researchers at the University of California, Davis, for fruits and vegetables. The chimney dryer has been designed to provide good drying in hazy or partially cloudy conditions. The device can be manufactured from low-cost materials which can be found locally in the markets and shops around the world.
Target region(s) Target region for distribution/implementation (listed by country if specified)
Worldwide
Distributors/implementing organizations Organization(s) distributing/deploying this product directly to communities/individuals?"
UC Davis Horticulture Lab has built the device in the United States, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Tanzania, Bangladesh, Thailand, Guatemala and Honduras.
The device can also be constructed using local materials following this guideline.
Market suggested retail price Price per unit or service price per usage/terms (USD). Subsidies noted.
58.84 – 200 USD
Competitive landscape Similar products available on the market. May not be a comprehensive listing.
SDG targeted United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targeted with this product/application/service
Target user(s) Target user/consumer base (country, income segment)
Small holder farmers
