Comparative Analysis of Conventional Single and Hybrid Photovoltaic Solar Energy System for Off-Grid Rural Electrification

Umar Alhaji Adamu, O. J. K. Oghorada, Ismaila Mahmud, Mahmud MUSTAPHA, Ibrahim Sabi’u, Ibrahim Bashir Shehu, Simon Wakawa · 2024 · Zaria Journal of Electrical Engineering Technology

Summary. This paper compares six off-grid electrification systems for a rural Nigerian community using HOMER Pro simulation software. The analysis evaluates diesel generators, solar photovoltaic systems, and hybrid combinations based on cost, emissions, and energy production. Pure solar PV emerges as the lowest-cost option while hybrid diesel-PV systems produce the most energy. Solar and solar-battery systems eliminate greenhouse gas emissions, offering clean, reliable power for rural economic development.

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Adamu, U. A., Oghorada, O. J. K., Mahmud, I., MUSTAPHA, M., Sabi’u, I., Shehu, I. B., & Wakawa, S.. (2024). Comparative Analysis of Conventional Single and Hybrid Photovoltaic Solar Energy System for Off-Grid Rural Electrification. Zaria Journal of Electrical Engineering Technology. https://doi.org/10.67203/zjeet.2024.ocdhf8jo

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DOI: 10.67203/zjeet.2024.ocdhf8jo
Countries: Nigeria
Regions: Africa
Categories: energy, climate-and-environment, general-innovation
Added: 2026-09-01