Research

Agro industries as Drivers of Rural Electrification

Exploring agro-industry potential for local energy generation and access

ERG conducted survey of energy use and resource access for agro-industries in Ethiopia to evaluate the potential for heat and power generation from local resources from agro-industries. This study evaluated the feasibility of promoting agro-industries developers of local resources to increase energy access in off-grid areas.

Client

University College London, UK

Year

2014-2015

Duration

12 months

Location

Ethiopia

Objectives

  • Survey energy use in agro-industries
  • Evaluate potential for heat and power generation from local resources
  • Assess feasibility of agro-industry-led electrification
  • Identify opportunities for off-grid energy access expansion

Outcomes

  • Comprehensive agro-industry energy use survey
  • Assessment of local resource generation potential
  • Feasibility analysis for agro-industry electrification model
  • Strategic recommendations for rural energy access