The Impact of Brexit on Green Energy Sustainability of the European Union
Issue:
Volume 9, Issue 3, June 2023
Pages:
42-64
Received:
22 April 2023
Accepted:
18 May 2023
Published:
13 September 2023
Abstract: The Great Britain exiting the European Union in 2020 through a referendum made significant impressions on geopolitical integration and partnerships. Brexit fueled heated discussions over the future of both the remaining Union members and the United Kingdom as well; the question of energy sustainability remains unsettled. The focus of common market policies have shifted from the shared economic advantages of open trade policies to geopolitical considerations, which represents the numerous influences of Brexit. An essential part of the study is the external environment influencing corporate operations between the United Kingdom and the European Union under the new geopolitical environment. Few studies, however, have focused on an in depth research on Brexit, considering both the internal and external energy sustainability of the European Union. The data gathered revealed the tremendous influences of geopolitical frictions after Brexit on numerous areas of green energy co-operations. The paper identified key areas which have suffered significant impact from Brexit and is a great concern for policy and decision makers. The study revealed events and some trends that needed fundamental inter-connectedness between the UK and the EU for mutual economic progress and stability.
Abstract: The Great Britain exiting the European Union in 2020 through a referendum made significant impressions on geopolitical integration and partnerships. Brexit fueled heated discussions over the future of both the remaining Union members and the United Kingdom as well; the question of energy sustainability remains unsettled. The focus of common market ...
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Research Article
Techno-Economic Feasibility Analysis of 143kW Solar Mini Grid for Rural Electrification in Gokule Village - A Case Study
Bijay Basnet,
Jeevan Bhandari,
Jahir Ahmad Jibran*
Issue:
Volume 9, Issue 3, June 2023
Pages:
65-76
Received:
19 September 2023
Accepted:
3 November 2023
Published:
11 December 2023
Abstract: This paper presents a thorough study conducted in Gokule village, located in the Kavreplanchowk district of Nepal, to address the prevalent electricity problem in the Socio-economically backward Magar community. The village is still not connected to NEA's Grid, giving the locals inadequate energy access. With an average solar radiation level of 4.51 kWh/m2/day and an appropriate temperature range, the area has much solar energy potential, reflecting a reasonable and ecologically straightforward answer to this electricity problem. The research utilized questionnaires to assess the electricity demand and socioeconomic condition, and a simulation was done in PV Syst software to evaluate the technical and financial feasibility of applying a solar mini-grid project in the area. The Metronome database was used for the simulation purpose. Findings exposed a pressing electricity need of 567 kWh/day in the community, which remained unmet. The project cost was $178,933.22, with a levelized electricity (LCOE) cost of $0.012 per kWh. The study also has shown a promising return on investment (ROI) of 119.7% and a payback period of 12.9 years. Based on these findings, a suggested standalone mini-grid system with a capacity of 143 kW was proposed to meet the demand efficiently. The research highlights the technical and economic feasibility of the solar mini-grid project, showcasing its potential to enhance the socioeconomic conditions of the community.
Abstract: This paper presents a thorough study conducted in Gokule village, located in the Kavreplanchowk district of Nepal, to address the prevalent electricity problem in the Socio-economically backward Magar community. The village is still not connected to NEA's Grid, giving the locals inadequate energy access. With an average solar radiation level of 4.5...
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