African Infrastructure Planning (Technical focus)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007)

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Solar Energy Infrastructure Development in Cameroonian Mountain Villages: A Yearly Sustainability and Community Impact Assessment

Alphonse Fotso, University of Dschang Victor Moussavou, University of Ngaoundéré Chantal Ndjioé, University of Dschang
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18849312
Published: May 22, 2007

Abstract

Solar energy has been identified as a sustainable solution for off-grid communities in mountainous regions of Cameroon. A mixed-methods approach combining quantitative surveys with qualitative interviews to assess energy usage patterns and perceptions within the communities. Over 70% of households reported increased access to electricity, improving daily activities such as lighting homes and powering small appliances. The solar power infrastructure has successfully enhanced household energy security in these mountainous villages. Continue monitoring community feedback and adjust the distribution strategy based on user needs. Solar Energy, Infrastructure Development, Community Impact, Sustainability Assessment The maintenance outcome was modelled as $Y_{it}=\beta_0+\beta_1X_{it}+u_i+\varepsilon_{it}$, with robustness checked using heteroskedasticity-consistent errors.

How to Cite

Alphonse Fotso, Victor Moussavou, Chantal Ndjioé (2007). Solar Energy Infrastructure Development in Cameroonian Mountain Villages: A Yearly Sustainability and Community Impact Assessment. African Infrastructure Planning (Technical focus), Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18849312

Keywords

GeographicSub-SaharanRenewable EnergySustainable DevelopmentRural ElectrificationHybrid SystemsParticipatory Evaluation

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