Analyzing of a Photovoltaic/Wind/Biogas/Pumped-Hydro Off-Grid Hybrid System for Rural Electrification in Sub-Saharan Africa—Case Study of Djoundé in Northern Cameroon

Nasser Yimen, Oumarou Hamandjoda, Lucien Meva’a, Ndzana Benoît, Jean Nganhou · 2018 · Energies

Summary. This study designs and analyzes a hybrid renewable energy system combining photovoltaic, wind, biogas, and pumped-hydro storage to electrify a rural village in northern Cameroon. Using optimization software, researchers found an optimal configuration with solar panels and a biogas generator could deliver electricity at €0.256/kWh. The system is technically viable but requires substantial subsidies for widespread adoption across sub-Saharan Africa, though costs will improve as solar technology prices decline.

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  title   = {Analyzing of a Photovoltaic/Wind/Biogas/Pumped-Hydro Off-Grid Hybrid System for Rural Electrification in Sub-Saharan Africa—Case Study of Djoundé in Northern Cameroon},
  author  = {Nasser Yimen and Oumarou Hamandjoda and Lucien Meva’a and Ndzana Benoît and Jean Nganhou},
  journal = {Energies},
  year    = {2018},
  doi     = {10.3390/en11102644},
  url     = {https://doi.org/10.3390/en11102644}
}

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DOI

10.3390/en11102644

Countries

Cameroon

Categories

energy, regional-innovation-systems

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2026-04-28