A multiobjective approach to rural energy policy analysis
| Publication Type | Journal Article |
| Year of Publication | 1998 |
| Authors | Pokharel, S,; Chandrashekar, M, |
| Journal Title | Energy (Oxford) |
| Volume | 23 |
| Pagination | 325-336 |
| ISBN Number | 0360-5442 |
| Key Words | resource management; energy resources; rural areas; energy; demand; energy policy; watersheds; environmental degradation; fuelwood; energy consumption; case studies; rural development |
| Abstract | Energy demand in rural areas is generally met by local energy resources. These areas are normally overlooked in the energy- planning process due mainly to the lack of data and proper analytical tools. This paper applies a suitable multiobjective programming method for rural energy analysis. Multiobjective programming methods provide decision makers with an opportunity to negotiate and explore different energy options. As an illustration of the proposed method, the energy situation of a rural area is analysed and the trade off between energy supply, investment for energy programmes, and employment generation is examined. Land use maps and socioeconomic data from the Phewatal watershed in Nepal where the main objective of the energy policy is to decrease household fuelwood consumption so that rates of forest and soil degradation are reduced, are used. |
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