Dissemination of photovoltaics in The Gambia

Able-Thomas, Uriel, Hill, Robert, O'Keefe, Phil and Pearsall, Nicola (1995) Dissemination of photovoltaics in The Gambia. Renewable Energy, 6 (5-6). pp. 507-513. ISSN 0960 1481

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Abstract

The Gambia has abundant solar energy but a significant shortfall in electrical generation and distribution capacity, along with a growing demand for electricity. This paper will outline areas in the application of photovoltaics (PV) in The Gambia which are both technically and economically viable. Photovoltaics is beginning to contribute to developmental efforts, but this contribution is rarely quantified. The paper will discuss the socio-economic benefits that The Gambia has derived from this appropriate technology. The application of PV on a scale much wider than the present will require strengthening of the infrastructure in PV systems, construction and maintenance and financing. The infrastructural needs of the country and its manufacturing capabilities will be assessed along with the organizational aspects for successful PV dissemination.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	F300 Physics L900 Others in Social studies
Department:	Faculties > Engineering and Environment > Mathematics, Physics and Electrical Engineering Faculties > Engineering and Environment > Geography and Environmental Sciences
Depositing User:	Becky Skoyles
Date Deposited:	17 Feb 2015 14:33
Last Modified:	12 Oct 2019 18:32
URI:	http://nrl.northumbria.ac.uk/id/eprint/18780

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