Introduction. Sub-Saharan Africa (Ssa) Holds The Largest

Introduction Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) holds the largest population in the world without electricity; about 70% of the total 1.3billion energy-poor around the world . The energy structure in SSA is challenging and dubbed by possessing inadequate capacity and unreliable means with high costs. In addition, the most expensive prices for access to electricity are paid by some of Africa’s poorest. Fortunately, distributed power in Africa does not have any policy regulations or grids to upkeep . Solar energy and biomass are among the most abundant renewable resources for providing energy to rural sub-Saharan Africa. These resources can be harnessed and used effectively with modern technology such as solar PV and biomass gasifiers to produce†¦show more content†¦In Kenya and Tanzania half a million household are serviced by pay as you go solar companies . M-Kopa Solar, one of the leaders in this space based in Nigeria, has already brought solar power to over 140,000 African residents and small business owners (approximately 1.12 MW based on 8 W average system size) . Although solar panels and kits are easily transported and require little to no maintenance, solar does not solve all of Africa’s problems. Current systems can only light up small shops and service small businesses such as salons. Several firms are working on scaling them up to provide power to small factories and farms. But even so, small scale solar power is not sufficient when it comes to big industries . Small home solar system (usually comprising of 1or 2 panels) do not provide sufficient power for large loads, such as hospitals. Additionally, although it is very sunny, irradiance still varies throughout the day and need for batteries which add large costs. Biomass Energy Africa is rich in vegetation with tropical forest and woodlands covering 60% of the continent. In several countries of Sub-Sahara Africa (SSA), biomass energy accounts for 70–90 percent of primary energy supply. The consumption of wood is the predominant sour ¬ce of biomass energy, and represents the largest single sour ¬ce of energy for most families in SSA . In rural areas, wood is collected â€Å"free† from nearby forests. Forests are the main sources of wood for energy production .Show MoreRelatedThe Role of Unions in South Africa19306 Words   |  78 PagesMr. Dean Isaacs A decline in collectivism, unionisation and union influence? 1 Table of Contents 1. Chapter 1 1.1 Introduction 6 6 2. Chapter 2 2.1 Theoretical Framework- Literature Review 2.1.1 Unitarism 2.1.2 Pluralism 2.1.3 Marxism 2.1.4 Collectivism and Individualism 2.1.5 Neo-liberalism 2.1.6 Unionism 8 8 8 10 12 13 19 21 3. Chapter 3 3.1 Methodology 3.1.1 Introduction 3.1.2 Sampling 3.1.3 Procedure 3.1.4 Methods of data collection 3.1.5 Data Analysis 25 25 25 25 25 26 26 4. ChapterRead MoreTrade Openness and Economic Growth in Nigeria23422 Words   |  94 Pagestastes for the most competitive products, irrespective of where they are made. In this context of the world as a â€Å"global village†, regional integration constitutes an effective means of not only improving the level of participation of countries in the sub-region in world trade, but also their integration into the borderless and interlinked global economy. (NEEDS, 2005). Since 1950, the world economy has experienced a massive liberalization of world trade, initially under the auspices of the GeneralRead MoreAn Impact Assessment of Science and Technology Policy on National Development of Nigeria61708 Words   |  247 PagesCertification Acknowledgements Abstract Table of Contents List of Figures List of Boxes List of Appendices Chapter One: Introduction 1.1 Background of the Study 1.2 Statement of the Research Problem 1.3 Research Objectives 1.4 Justification of the Study 1.5 Statement of Hypothesis 1.6 Scope and Limitations of the Study 1.7 Reference Chapter Two: Literature Review 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Historical Development of ST in Nigeria 2.3 Appraisal of Evaluation of ST in Nigeria 2.4 Emerging Realities Read MoreThe Ethiopian Financial Sector Reform29124 Words   |  117 Pages............................................................................................ vii Abstract ..................................................................................................................................... x 1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Background ......................................................................................................