A closed-loop renewable energy evaluation framework

Kealy, Tony

doi:10.1016/j.jclepro.2019.119663

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“…This allows conceptual frameworks to be flexible, permitting modification with ease, and outputs focussing on understanding the situation [63]. They are extensively used in inductive research studies based on systematic reviews [64] and have been applied to consolidate new knowledge in sustainability transitions (e.g., [65]) and RE studies (e.g., [66]). The MHP conceptual framework can be used to facilitate conceptual quality, i.e., the extent to which concepts are articulated to facilitate theoretical insight [67], because:…”

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confidence: 99%

Socio-Technical Viability Framework for Micro Hydropower in Group Water-Energy Schemes

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Most renewable energy (RE) studies focus on technology readiness, environmental benefits and/or cost savings. The market permeation, viability and adoption of RE technologies such as micro hydropower (MHP), however, require the alignment of other interrelated factors, such as the socio-technical, institutional and political dimensions. This is particularly the case where the energy recovery potential in decentralised water networks is being explored as part of a wholesome sustainability strategy by and for individual and communal prosumers. This study employs a socio-technical approach to understand factors that influence the perceived viability and adoption of MHP in group water-energy schemes. Methods included a progressive literature review to formulate a conceptual framework for the implementation of MHP systems. The framework was validated using survey data from representative stakeholders from groups schemes in Ireland and Spain. These stakeholders were sampled and surveyed at the stage of considering the adoption of MHP in their water networks. The findings highlight the push–pull factors and discusses the opportunities and barriers to the adoption of MHP systems. It confirms that the market, institutional and policy context, cost and financial benefits, social support and collaborative services combine to influence the adoption of MHP technology. Thus, a framework for evaluating the socio-technical viability of MHP systems based on these more realistic integrated, multi-dimensional criteria is proposed.

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Socio-Technical Viability Framework for Micro Hydropower in Group Water-Energy Schemes

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“…Nowadays multiple software tools are available, which are reviewed in Sinha & Chandel (2014). There are also custom tools similar to that proposed by Kealy (2020), where the authors used a closed-loop evaluation framework for renewable energy. The main goal of this work is to contribute to energy cost saving and emissions reductions.…”

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confidence: 99%