Life cycle cost analysis of a stand-alone PV system in rural Kenya |
Posted on:2014-02-18 | Degree:M.S | Type:Thesis |
University:Purdue University | Candidate:Daly, Emma | Full Text:PDF |
GTID:2452390005985460 | Subject:Sustainability |
Abstract/Summary: | |
The purpose of this quantitative research study was to determine the economic feasibility of a stand-alone PV system to electrify a rural area in Kenya. The research conducted involved a comprehensive review of all the relevant literature associated with the study. Methodologies were extrapolated from this extensive literature to develop a model for the complete design and economic analysis of a stand-alone PV system. A women's center in rural Kenya was used as a worked example to demonstrate the workings of the model. The results suggest that electrifying the center using a stand-alone PV system is an economically viable option which is encouraging for the surrounding area. This model can be used as a business model to determine the economic feasibility of a stand-alone PV system in alternative sites in Kenya. |
Keywords/Search Tags: | Stand-alone PV, PV system, Determine the economic feasibility, Rural kenya |
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