Journal of Fundamentals of Renewable Energy and Applications
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Department of Development and Environmental Management Studies, University of Gondar, Godar, Ethiopia

Publications

• Review Article   
  The Status of Solar Energy Utilization and Development in Ethiopia
  Author(s): Ashenafi Bekele Mulatu*, Workneh Ayall Negash and Menberu Teshome
  
  Ethiopia is endowed with abundant solar renewable energy resources, which can meet the ambitions of nationwide electrification. However, in spite of all its available potential, the country’s energy sector especially solar energy is still in its infancy stage. The main objective of this systematic review is to identify the present status of solar energy utilization and development in Ethiopia and any possible challenges that may hinder its’ utilization and development. Regarding the methodology of the study, a systematic review was used to collect data. Data were collected from selected articles and journals based on inclusion and exclusion criteria; mainly based on their level of relevance to the topic under study. Hence, this paper was prepared by reviewing the findings of empirical research results which were conducted in different parts of Ethiopia. Literature was coll.. View More»
  DOI: 10.35248/2090-4541.23.13.307

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