
This is the 3rd generation solar oven design from Dakar. Among its features include a recycled-plastic frame from Transtech in Dakar. Its predecessor is that used by Mékhé, made primarily of wood and lacking recycled elements, except for recycled aluminum sheeting from a printing press, used to line the interior of the oven. Ideally, the price of this oven will drop and make it a marketable product. Currently, the oven would sell for around 100 US dollars, although I couldn't get a straight answer from the engineers at University of Dakar. It's hard to know the price because Transtech is a private corporation out to maximize its profit, while the university and CRESP, its non-profit partners, are the opposing force. For now, the remaining 2nd generation ovens will hopefully be sold to Mékhé and should demand increase, the 3rd generation will be an even better option on the market.
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