African Heritage and Conservation

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007)

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Methodological Evaluation of Off-Grid Community Systems in Kenya Using Multilevel Regression Analysis to Measure Efficiency Gains

Akinyi Orwa Odhiambo, Department of Research, Pwani University Kassim Wanjala Chege, University of Nairobi Mwangi Gitau Nganga, Department of Advanced Studies, University of Nairobi Oluoch Kibet Mbathi, Department of Advanced Studies, International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE), Nairobi
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18853049
Published: November 21, 2007

Abstract

Off-grid community systems in Kenya face challenges related to energy efficiency and sustainability. A mixed-methods approach combining survey data and observational studies will be used. Multilevel regression models will be employed to analyse system performance across different community levels. The multilevel regression analysis indicates that the implementation of energy-efficient technologies led to a 15% reduction in overall energy consumption, with significant variability observed at the household level compared to village-level improvements. Multilevel regression analysis provided robust insights into the efficiency gains from off-grid community systems in Kenya, highlighting the importance of considering contextual factors for optimal system performance. Future research should consider integrating user feedback and technological innovations to further optimise energy consumption within these communities. The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

How to Cite

Akinyi Orwa Odhiambo, Kassim Wanjala Chege, Mwangi Gitau Nganga, Oluoch Kibet Mbathi (2007). Methodological Evaluation of Off-Grid Community Systems in Kenya Using Multilevel Regression Analysis to Measure Efficiency Gains. African Heritage and Conservation, Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18853049

Keywords

KenyaOff-grid SystemsMultilevel RegressionSustainabilityMethodologyEnergy EfficiencyCommunity Engagement

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