This study is going to examine the implementation of two renewable electrification technologies; solar PV and wind. In this proposal, literature review section presents a short and clear understanding of previous researches around this topic. This study intends to adopt qualitative method with PESTEL and multi criteria analysis. According to the expected result, this project is aiming to establish policies that contribute to universal energy access and reduction of energy poverty in Kenya.
Renewable energy systems have been identified as key driver of sustainability and economic development. Kenya, among the Sub-Saharan countries is considered as one of the frontrunners for catalyzing economic growth by the development of their energy sectors. There are lots of potentials for solar energy in Kenya and it has one of the most active commercial Solar PV sectors in the developing world.
Renewable energy technologies have been clearly identified as a key stagnation of sustainability and economic development. Modern energy systems affect the quality of life and supports three pillars of sustainable development: social equality, economic growth and environmental protection, which are very significant concerns in developing countries. As elsewhere, in Sub-Saharan African countries there is a high correlation between low per capita consumption of commercial energy and low per capita gross domestic products. In a continent where both per capita income and energy consumption are tragically low, renewable energy could be a valuable contribution to economic growth.
Several developing countries among in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) are considered as frontrunners for catalyzing economic growth by the development of their energy sectors. These are Ethiopia, Kenya, Benin, Malawi, Ghana, Uganda and Zimbabwe. Lack of access to affordable electricity is a major determinant of poverty in SSA. Urban populations remain underserved by inefficient, unreliable systems, while many rural villagers have no access to electricity except for power provided to relatively affluent households by small, privately owned generators.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction & Background
- Objectives, purpose and aim
- Research Question
- Literature Review
- Energy markets in Sub-Saharan Africa
- Solar
- Wind
- Waste-to-energy
- Geothermal
- Investments and investors in energy sector
- The role of government and other stakeholders
- Demand: main buyers and procedures
- Hypotheses
- Methodology
- Method
- Data collection
- Data analysis – Multi criteria analysis and PESTEL analysis
- Expected Results and Implications
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study aims to contribute to the creation of universal access to modern energy services, thus contributing to the reduction of energy poverty in Kenya. It examines the implementation of two renewable electrification technologies, solar PV and wind, with a particular focus on their applications in small-scale energy production, relevant for rural access to electricity.
- Assessing strategies and interconnections of producers in European and Chinese renewable energy markets with users in Kenya.
- Analyzing the channels of supply for wind and solar PV markets in Kenya.
- Investigating the role of international and national cooperation on low carbon technologies in supporting electrification efforts in Kenya.
- Exploring the potential of North-South and South-South cooperation in deploying renewable energy in Kenya.
- Identifying ways to enhance local capabilities in individuals, localities, enterprises, and knowledge institutions to contribute to sustainable development.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction & Background: This chapter outlines the significance of renewable energy for sustainable development in Sub-Saharan Africa, highlighting Kenya's commitment to renewable energy expansion and its role as a gateway to the East African Community. It emphasizes the potential of solar energy in Kenya and the government's initiatives to increase energy supply and address demand gaps.
- Objectives, purpose and aim: This chapter defines the primary objective of the study, which is to increase electrification in Kenya through grid extensions, mini-grids, and home systems. It outlines specific aims, such as enhancing knowledge on North-South and South-South cooperation in deploying renewable energy and equipping stakeholders with a better foundation for selecting and deploying available technologies. The chapter also mentions the intention to address producer dominance in the technology sector and promote local capabilities.
- Research Question: This chapter presents the primary research questions, focusing on concerns about producers, suppliers, and users in Sub-Saharan renewable energy, and how to assess the strategies and interconnections of producers in Europe and China with users in Kenya's renewable energy markets.
- Literature Review: This chapter provides an overview of the renewable energy landscape in Sub-Saharan Africa, with specific sections on energy markets, solar energy, wind energy, waste-to-energy, geothermal energy, investments and investors, the role of government and other stakeholders, and demand from various sectors.
- Demand: main buyers and procedures: This chapter identifies the main buyers of renewable energy in Kenya, including households, commercial and public services, traffic and transportation, agriculture, industry, and tourism. It briefly touches on the political, economic, social, technological, and natural resource factors influencing the renewable energy sector.
- Hypotheses: This chapter presents the two key hypotheses guiding the study. It suggests that emerging economies are well-positioned to advance relevant and affordable technologies, and that even the most recent technologies developed abroad will require transformation to become efficient and inclusive in the Kenyan context.
- Methodology: This chapter outlines the qualitative approach, data collection methods, and data analysis techniques employed in the study. It explains the use of semi-structured interviews, questionnaires, PESTEL analysis, and multi-criteria analysis (MCA) to gather and analyze data relevant to the research objectives.
- Expected Results and Implications: This chapter outlines the expected outcomes of the study, including a framework for green growth, a deeper understanding of South-South collaboration, an awareness of prerequisites for international technological learning, and the development of new theories and concepts combining innovation system and global value chain perspectives. The chapter concludes with a discussion on the challenges and opportunities related to increasing demand for modern energy services in Kenya.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The study focuses on the following key topics: Sub-Saharan countries, Kenya, renewable energy, energy source, technology, international cooperation, North-South collaboration, South-South collaboration, electrification, sustainable development, energy poverty, local capabilities, producer dominance, green growth, policy analysis, multi-criteria analysis (MCA), PESTEL analysis.
- Quote paper
- Jobaire Alam (Author), 2016, Sub-Saharan renewable energy. Assessing strategies and interconnections of producers, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/413349
