Transition Towards Off-grid Photovoltaic Systems: Is Price the Final Answer?

Sriwannawit, Pranpreya

doi:10.1016/j.egypro.2014.10.146

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“…Some researchers have focused on economic aspects (e.g., [12,13]), while others have analyzed policy (e.g., [14,15]) and management dimensions (e.g., [16,17]). Many empirical studies have appeared in different contexts, not only based on a variety of countries, for example, Germany [15], Zimbabwe [18], and Thailand [17], but also type of application, for example, on-grid (e.g., [19,20]) and off-grid systems (e.g., [21,22]). For several decades, technology and costs were assumed to be not commercially competitive compared with conventional energy sources (see e.g., [23]).…”

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Barriers to the adoption of photovoltaic systems: The state of the art

Karakaya

Sriwannawit

2015

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews

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a b s t r a c tAlthough photovoltaic (PV) systems have become much more competitive, the diffusion of PV systems still remains low in comparison to conventional energy sources. What are the current barriers hindering the diffusion of PV systems? In order to address this, we conducted an extensive and systematic literature review based on the Web of Science database. Our state-of-the-art review shows that, despite the rapid development and maturity of the technology during the past few years, the adoption of PV systems still faces several barriers. The wide adoption of PV systems-either as a substitute for other electricity power generation systems in urban areas or for rural electrification-is a challenging process. Our results show that the barriers are evident for both low-and high-income economies, encompassing four dimensions: sociotechnical, management, economic, and policy. Although the barriers vary across context, the lessons learned from one study can be valuable to others. The involvement of all stakeholders-adopters, local communities, firms, international organizations, financial institutions, and government-is crucial to foster the adoption.

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Barriers to the adoption of photovoltaic systems: The state of the art

Karakaya

Sriwannawit

2015

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“…In fact, electricity access has numerous benefits. The relative advantages of rural electrification are beyond what can be measured in economic terms [53]. As seen in the study by Mallett [39], one concern is that some low-income residents of rural areas exemplify day-to-day culture and do not have much interest in new technology, which could possibly slow adoption.…”

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Mini-grids and renewable energy in rural Africa: How diffusion theory explains adoption of electricity in Uganda

Eder

Mutsaerts²,

Sriwannawit

2015

Energy Research & Social Science

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a b s t r a c tWith diffusion theory as the point of departure, this study analyses the factors that influence the adoption of renewable electricity from individual households' perspectives. The analysis is based on a case study provided by a Swedish energy service company operating in rural Uganda. The company distributes electricity to rural households via a mini-grid powered by a biomass gasification system. Three critical dimensions are identified to be crucial for adoption: technical, economic, and social. First, there is an emphasis on the relative advantages of the new technology. Second, there are economic requirements regarding a viable financial system for adopters, especially in such a low-income market. Third, the social dimension is critical, particularly the importance of foreign firms collaborating with local actors. We further suggest that a lack of understanding of local communities can lead foreign companies to fail in diffusion attempts. While we focus on Uganda, the results of our research are highly relevant for foreign actors who attempt to penetrate rural markets in developing countries in general.

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“…However, the concept of user-perceived value is not extensively applied in research related to rural electrification projects with research emphasizing the economic, technical, or environmental barriers to project realization and sustainability and downplaying consumer value perception and user behavior [67,68]. Studies that do consider user value proposition consider that technologies influence complex processes that push for the sustainability of technological innovations [69][70][71].…”

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Applying User-Perceived Value to Determine Motivators of Electricity Use in a Solar Photovoltaic Implementation in a Philippine Island

Lozano

Taboada

2021

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The most practical solution for over 70% of the world’s unelectrified population is decentralized electrification, usually with renewable energy integration. The sustainability of these systems has been a central issue with studies looking at its multidimensional nature. However, perhaps the most overlooked aspect is the ability of the consumers to proactively use electricity. This paper addresses this urgent need to understand not just the sustainability from exogenous factors but, more importantly, from the factors that motivate the end-users to consume electricity. Applying the concept of user-perceived value (UPV) in electrification, a proposed multidimensional assessment framework, consisting of 12 motivators, was grouped according to UPV categories. Using a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire, 29 beneficiaries in Gilutongan Island, Cordova, Cebu, Philippines, were asked to evaluate their motivation to consume electricity, six months after they were provided with increased electricity access through a 7.92 kWp solar photovoltaic installation. Analysis showed that the households regarded 9 of the 12 factors as moderate to strong motivators, with better social standing compared to other households without electricity and the ability to engage in productive uses of electricity emerging as the strongest influencers. The proposed framework is deemed beneficial to policy-makers to pragmatically understand what drives rural households to proactively consume electricity and implement developments and policies to stimulate an increase in demand.

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Transition Towards Off-grid Photovoltaic Systems: Is Price the Final Answer?

Cited by 8 publications

References 22 publications

Barriers to the adoption of photovoltaic systems: The state of the art

Barriers to the adoption of photovoltaic systems: The state of the art

Mini-grids and renewable energy in rural Africa: How diffusion theory explains adoption of electricity in Uganda

Applying User-Perceived Value to Determine Motivators of Electricity Use in a Solar Photovoltaic Implementation in a Philippine Island

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