Feasibility study of hybrid energy system for off-grid rural electrification in southern Pakistan

Saif Ur Rehman, Shafiqur Rehman, Muzaffar Uddin Qazi, Muhammad Shoaib, Aref Lashin · 2016 · Energy Exploration & Exploitation

Summary. A hybrid renewable energy system combining photovoltaic, wind, and diesel power with battery storage can reliably electrify remote villages in southern Pakistan. For a 100-household village, this configuration delivers 205 kWh daily at 0.45 $/kWh, reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 69%, and achieves 84% renewable energy penetration. The system remains feasible across varying environmental and economic conditions.

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Rehman, S. U., Rehman, S., Qazi, M. U., Shoaib, M., & Lashin, A.. (2016). Feasibility study of hybrid energy system for off-grid rural electrification in southern Pakistan. Energy Exploration & Exploitation. https://doi.org/10.1177/0144598716630176

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DOI: 10.1177/0144598716630176
Countries: Pakistan
Regions: Asia
Categories: energy, climate-and-environment
Added: 2026-04-28