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Renewables For Energy Access And Sustainable Development In East Africa

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Renewables for Energy Access and Sustainable Development in East Africa (SpringerBriefs in Energy)

by L. Hunter Lovins

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	24159 KB
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Print length	:	214 pages

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the potential of renewable energy sources to contribute to energy access and sustainable development in East Africa. The book is divided into three parts. Part I provides an overview of the energy situation in East Africa, including the challenges and opportunities for renewable energy development. Part II provides a detailed analysis of the different renewable energy technologies, including their potential and costs. Part III discusses the policy and regulatory frameworks required to promote renewable energy development in East Africa.

Part I: Energy Situation In East Africa

East Africa is a region with a rapidly growing population and economy. However, the region also faces a number of challenges, including poverty, lack of access to affordable and reliable energy, and environmental degradation. The energy situation in East Africa is characterized by a high dependence on biomass for cooking and heating, and a lack of access to electricity in rural areas. This situation is unsustainable, and there is an urgent need to find new ways to provide access to affordable and reliable energy in the region.

Part II: Renewable Energy Technologies

Renewable energy sources have the potential to play a significant role in meeting the energy needs of East Africa. The region has abundant renewable energy resources, including solar, wind, biomass, and geothermal. These resources can be used to generate electricity, heat, and transportation fuels. The book provides a detailed analysis of the different renewable energy technologies, including their potential and costs.

Part III: Policy And Regulatory Frameworks

The development of renewable energy in East Africa requires a supportive policy and regulatory framework. The book discusses the different policy and regulatory frameworks that are required to promote renewable energy development in the region. The book also provides a number of recommendations for how to improve the policy and regulatory framework for renewable energy in East Africa.

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the potential of renewable energy sources to contribute to energy access and sustainable development in East Africa. The book is a valuable resource for policymakers, researchers, and anyone else who is interested in the development of renewable energy in the region.

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Renewables for Energy Access and Sustainable Development in East Africa (SpringerBriefs in Energy)

by L. Hunter Lovins

4.5 out of 5