Energy situation, potential and application status of small-scale hydropower systems in Malawi
Sustainable energy is required for any national development. This paper has reviewed and documented energy situation and small-scale hydropower potential and application status in Malawi. The country's energy sector is dominated by traditional forms of biomass. Level of modern forms of energy supply is low. In particular, electricity supply is unreliable and small in capacity. Decentralised energy supply systems like small-scale hydropower are some of the recommended energy projects for developing countries.
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2013
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Authors: | Kaunda, Chiyembekezo S. |
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Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews. - Elsevier, ISSN 1364-0321. - Vol. 26.2013, C, p. 1-19
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Publisher: |
Elsevier |
Subject: | Small-scale hydropower status | Developing countries | Regional energy study | Rural electrification | Malawi |
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