Techno-Economic Feasibility Analysis of an Off-Grid Hybrid Energy System for Rural Electrification in Nigeria

2019 · International Journal of Renewable Energy Research

Summary. This study evaluates the feasibility of a hybrid solar-wind-battery-diesel system for rural electrification in Nigeria, specifically for a secondary school in Moriki. Using HOMER simulation software, researchers found that a solar-battery configuration is optimal, with a net present cost of $18,161 and energy cost of $0.233/kWh. The system eliminates greenhouse gas emissions entirely through 100% renewable energy generation, offering a cost-effective alternative to diesel generators and biomass currently used in off-grid rural areas.

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(2019). Techno-Economic Feasibility Analysis of an Off-Grid Hybrid Energy System for Rural Electrification in Nigeria. International Journal of Renewable Energy Research. https://doi.org/10.20508/ijrer.v9i1.8873.g7581

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DOI: 10.20508/ijrer.v9i1.8873.g7581
Countries: Nigeria
Regions: Africa
Categories: energy, climate-and-environment
Added: 2026-04-28