Demand Analysis and Optimization of Renewable Energy: Sustainable Rural Electrification of Mbanayili, Ghana

Peter Bailey, Oracha Chotimongkol, Shinji Isono · 2007 · Deep Blue (University of Michigan)

Summary. This case study designs a sustainable electrification system for Mbanayili, Ghana, where 90% of rural residents lack electricity. Researchers surveyed 133 villagers about electricity needs and willingness to pay, then used optimization software to design a hybrid photovoltaic and generator system for a shared community center rather than individual homes. They also explored using locally-produced biofuel and proposed a phased implementation plan using demand management to ensure both financial and environmental sustainability.

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@article{bailey-2007-demand-analysis-optimization-renewable-energy,
  title   = {Demand Analysis and Optimization of Renewable Energy: Sustainable Rural Electrification of Mbanayili, Ghana},
  author  = {Peter Bailey and Oracha Chotimongkol and Shinji Isono},
  journal = {Deep Blue (University of Michigan)},
  year    = {2007},
  url     = {https://hdl.handle.net/2027.42/50472}
}

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Ghana

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Africa

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energy, rural-data-and-definitions

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2026-04-28