Impacts of Electrification with Renewable Energies on Local Economies : The Case of India’s Rural Areas
Summary. Solar mini-grid electrification in rural India generates stronger local economic impacts than grid connection, particularly through small business creation and household income growth. However, solar systems' limited capacity prevents agricultural use. The study reveals that significant portions of households remain unelectrified even in electrified villages, especially in solar mini-grid areas. Despite this equity challenge, solar energy effectively powers local markets, schools, and health centers, supporting rural economic development.
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今井, 健., Palit, D., & Imai, K.. (2013). Impacts of Electrification with Renewable Energies on Local Economies : The Case of India’s Rural Areas. http://en.agi.or.jp/user04/923_226.pdf
今井, 健一, et al. “Impacts of Electrification with Renewable Energies on Local Economies : The Case of India’s Rural Areas.” 2013. http://en.agi.or.jp/user04/923_226.pdf.
今井, 健一, Debajit Palit, and Kenichi Imai. 2013. “Impacts of Electrification with Renewable Energies on Local Economies : The Case of India’s Rural Areas.” http://en.agi.or.jp/user04/923_226.pdf.
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