Analysing the barriers to renewable energy adoption in Ghana using Delphi and a fuzzy synthetic evaluation approach

IF 4.4 2区 工程技术 Q2 ENERGY & FUELS
Gregory A. James , Frederick S. Ahiabor , Emmanuel M. Abalo
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Abstract

This study investigates the critical barriers to renewable energy adoption in Ghana, where reliable and sustainable energy access remains critical to achieving development goals and addressing climate change. Drawing from the existing literature, 44 barriers were identified and grouped into six categories: policy, institutional, economic/financial, structural/technical, political/legal/regulatory, and social. A two-round Delphi survey was implemented to gather consensus among 17 Ghanaian experts on renewable energy and climate change, resulting in 22 of the statements reaching consensus. A fuzzy synthetic evaluation (FSE) was used to rank these barriers based on their relative and overall importance in impeding the adoption of RE. The results show that policy, economic/financial, and institutional barriers are Ghana's main barriers to RE adoption. Key impediments include the lack of market-driven support, high commercial rates, and issues related to land litigation and availability. The study recommends regulatory and policy changes incorporating market-driven strategies and subsidies, and prioritising renewable energy in Ghana's power mix. Additionally, there is a need for training and awareness programmes to enhance social acceptance of RE sources.
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Energy for Sustainable Development
Energy for Sustainable Development ENERGY & FUELS-ENERGY & FUELS
CiteScore
8.10
自引率
9.10%
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187
审稿时长
6-12 weeks
期刊介绍: Published on behalf of the International Energy Initiative, Energy for Sustainable Development is the journal for decision makers, managers, consultants, policy makers, planners and researchers in both government and non-government organizations. It publishes original research and reviews about energy in developing countries, sustainable development, energy resources, technologies, policies and interactions.
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