The systematic review of rural energy research is important to accurately identify the existing shortcomings and future research directions for the advancement of the rural energy upgrading (REU). This article selects the research on rural energy from the perspective of the economy, environment...

This paper presents the first application of the scenario discovery approach in geospatial electrification modelling. 1944 electrification simulations were constructed for Burkina Faso from a combination seven input levers, including four grid-extension strategies. The scenario discovery...

In light of a national policy aiming at satisfying a growing demand for electricity, while achieving a greater diversification of power generation technologies and full electrification by 2050, this research models and contrasts alternative electrification pathways for Tanzania in the time frame...

This study proposes a procedure that can help address the challenge of achieving universal energy access by facilitating the process of rural electrification. Our holistic methodology enables the analysis of electrification processes and tailored for the usage of open-source data, allowing for...

Electricity is crucial for each country's economic and social development. More than half of the population in Sub-Saharan African (SSA) lack access to energy, which has dire consequences for the local population's living conditions, as well as affecting the local economy and increasing poverty....

Achieving universal electricity access by 2030 is one of the energy-related development targets in Nigeria and the electricity access rate is estimated at 62%, with urban being 91% and rural 30%. In line with the set SDG7 target of achieving universal electricity access by 2030, this study...

Energy management strategies that ensure that energy supply and demand related policies and investment decisions consider all feasible demand- and supply-side options and are consistent with global goals for sustainable development are essential for achieving universal energy access. In this...

The present work demonstrates the techno-economic analysis of an environmentally friendly small-scale PV/Wind/Battery hybrid system for off-grid rural electrification in the city of Mbouda. The major contributions of this work are fourfold: (i) PV/Wind/Battery hybrid system is proposed for the...

A potential solution to improve electricity access is to provide rural communities with a stable and resilient electric power supply from reliable and sustainable energy sources. Considering resilience in rural electrification planning can bring about longer techno-economic viability of rural...

The state of the Ghana Power System reflects a story of progress, challenges, and future potential. Ghana has experienced significant milestones and achievements in its power system, including the development of major infrastructure projects such as the Akosombo Dam and initiatives to expand...