Browsing Economic and Management Sciences by Subject "Renewable energy"
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Analysing the impact of the renewable energy revolution in South-Africa
(North-West University, 2019)The development of the energy industry in South Africa together with the development of distributed generation from Independent Power Producers and the establishment of small-scale energy structures and off-grid solutions ... -
Assessing the economic viability of biogas plants at abattoirs in South Africa
(2013)With electricity tariffs in South Africa escalating at a rapid pace the demand for alternative power sources has increased. One of these renewable energy sources includes the use of biogas. Biogas is not only one of the ... -
An econometric analysis of energy poverty and sustainable development in Blantyre (Malawi)
(North-West University, 2013)Energy is the driver of activity in every economy and, therefore, its importance cannot be overemphasised. However, Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) faces general problems of access to modern energy. Most households and industry ... -
The impact of electricity on economic development of South Africa for the period 1981-2013
(2014)South African government is been investing greatly on electricity infrastructure, due to crisis that has plagued Eskom. Electricity demand in the country has outstripped supply and Eskom did not think of expanding its ... -
An industry analysis of the South African biofuels industry
(North-West University, 2012)Biofuels have been used as an energy source for heating and cooking since the beginning of time. However, recent changes in the demand for energy, and in particular, renewable energy, have spurred the growth of liquid ... -
Valuing the social cost of air–pollution in Bophelong township
(North-West University, 2013)The aim of this study is to quantify the social cost of air pollution in Bophelong Township. Bophelong is a dominantly Black low-income settlement located on the South-western part of the Emfuleni Local Municipality in ...