The objective of this research is to analyze the techno-economic and environmental feasibility of an integrated system based on renewable energy such as SPV(solar photovoltaic), wind turbine(WT), biogas generator, micro hydro turbine(MHT) and hydro kinetic turbine(HKT) to provide electricity to...

Purpose – The study seeks to contribute to the literature of decentralized participation of local communities in driving renewable energy uptake in rural areas by proposing a conceptual financing model for renewable energy through leveraging the spirit of partnership among the local community,...

[enter Abstract BodyRecent technology advancements have brought to the fore the role renewable energy can play in providing timely access to clean and affordable energy in the rural areas. Although rural electrification programme in Nigeria aims at harnessing renewable energy resources for...

Solar photovoltaic technologies have for some time been promoted as a cost effective means of rural electrification in developing countries. However, institutional structures resulting in poor maintenance have adversely affected the sustainability of past solar projects. In Fiji, the Renewable...

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...

Accelerating development in Sub-Saharan Africa will require massive expansion of access to electricity--currently reaching only about one third of households. This paper explores how essential economic development might be reconciled with the need to keep carbon emissions in check. We develop a...