Exploring the Progress of Decentralized Photovoltaic Systems In Rural Ghana: A Comprehensive Review

Sufyan Yakubu; Ravi Samikannu; J. Lydia; Leones Sherwin Vimalraj; R. Karpagam; Abid Yahya

doi:10.1109/RESEM57584.2023.10236139

Exploring the Progress of Decentralized Photovoltaic Systems In Rural Ghana: A Comprehensive Review

Sufyan Yakubu
, Ravi Samikannu
, J. Lydia
, Leones Sherwin Vimalraj
, R. Karpagam
, Abid Yahya

Botswana International University of Science & Technology

Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution

Abstract

This study examines the development of distributed Photo Voltaic (PV) systems for rural communities in Ghana. This study reviews the present situation of distributed PV systems in Ghana, highlighting the benefits and challenges associated with their implementation. The review draws on several key studies that analyze the policy landscape, potential for co-benefits, barriers to development, and economic feasibility of distributed PV systems. The findings indicate that while distributed PV systems offer numerous benefits, including increased access to electricity and reduced carbon emissions, several significant barriers to their development include financial constraints, limited private sector involvement, and unfavorable policies. The review concludes by suggesting that further research is needed to explore innovative financing mechanisms, effective policy frameworks, and improved public-private partnerships, which could accelerate the deployment of distributed PV systems and improve energy access for rural communities in Ghana.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023
Publisher	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)	9798350311327
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1109/RESEM57584.2023.10236139
Publication status	Published - 2023
Event	2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023 - Bhopal, India Duration: May 17 2023 → May 18 2023

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Name	2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023

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Conference	2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023
Country/Territory	India
City	Bhopal
Period	5/17/23 → 5/18/23

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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy

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Computer Networks and Communications
Energy Engineering and Power Technology
Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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Yakubu, S., Samikannu, R., Lydia, J., Vimalraj, L. S., Karpagam, R., & Yahya, A. (2023). Exploring the Progress of Decentralized Photovoltaic Systems In Rural Ghana: A Comprehensive Review. In 2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023 (2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023). Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.. https://doi.org/10.1109/RESEM57584.2023.10236139

Yakubu, Sufyan ; Samikannu, Ravi ; Lydia, J. et al. / Exploring the Progress of Decentralized Photovoltaic Systems In Rural Ghana : A Comprehensive Review. 2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2023. (2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023).

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Yakubu, S, Samikannu, R, Lydia, J, Vimalraj, LS, Karpagam, R & Yahya, A 2023, Exploring the Progress of Decentralized Photovoltaic Systems In Rural Ghana: A Comprehensive Review. in 2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023. 2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023, Bhopal, India, 5/17/23. https://doi.org/10.1109/RESEM57584.2023.10236139

Exploring the Progress of Decentralized Photovoltaic Systems In Rural Ghana: A Comprehensive Review. / Yakubu, Sufyan; Samikannu, Ravi; Lydia, J. et al.
2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2023. (2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023).

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Yakubu S, Samikannu R, Lydia J, Vimalraj LS, Karpagam R, Yahya A. Exploring the Progress of Decentralized Photovoltaic Systems In Rural Ghana: A Comprehensive Review. In 2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023. Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. 2023. (2023 IEEE Renewable Energy and Sustainable E-Mobility Conference, RESEM 2023). doi: 10.1109/RESEM57584.2023.10236139

Exploring the Progress of Decentralized Photovoltaic Systems In Rural Ghana: A Comprehensive Review

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