Practical Action Publishing
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A Practical Guide to Solar Photovoltaic Systems for Technicians
An ideal addition to the toolkit of anyone involved in the installation of solar powered photovoltaic systems, this practical guide provides step-by-step explanations of the process by which technicians can estimate the requirements of PV systems and guides the reader through the set-up and running...
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Managing Humanitarian Relief
Responding Effectively to humanitarian disasters is far from straightforward, and relief workers often find themselves in a world of uncoordinated , highly competitive agencies working with cross-cutting purposes. Managing Humanitarian Relief is aimed at relief workers charged with putting together...
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Turmeric Processing
Complete guide to turmeric processing (production, curing, drying, polishing, grading, grinding and packaging).
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Soap Making
This Technical Brief describes the procedures needed to make a variety of simple soaps and includes a number of recipes for different types of soap.
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Banana Chips
Banana chips are a snack food similar to potato chips. This Brief explores what a banana chips project might look like as an income-generating activity.
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Spice Processing
Small-scale processing of spices can be economically and socially successful.
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Packaging Foods in Glass
This Technical Brief is intended to advise small-scale producers on the methods and equipment needed to package foods in glass jars and bottles.
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Human-Powered Handpumps for Water Lifting
This brief presents an overview of the types of human-powered water lifters available, the applications appropriate to them, and their comparative advantages.
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Shea Nut Processing
The cultivation, harvesting, processing and products of the shea-tree.
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Diseases and Pests that affect onion cultivation and their management
This technical brief explains about the diseases and pests that affect onion farming and their management and prevention.