Description:
"Myanmar is a unique country where the majority of the people live in rural areas, away from grid
electricity and reliable water supplies. The penetration of grid electricity in rural areas is minimal and
even then it is often erratic. This paper focuses on the challenges of transitioning from an electricitypoor country to a renewable energy based-economy augmented with photovoltaics (PV). Based on
optimization modelling and assessments of Myanmar’s current energy barriers, we examine the
feasibility of PV-powered desalination systems for the Ayeyarwady region and Tanintharyi region. An
analysis of the technical and economic feasibility of a stand-alone solar-powered desalination system
indicates that the needed price of water for economic sustainability should be approximately
US$0.0224/litre. From our economic modelling, we found that the major capital cost is the
installation of PV and maintenance. The major operating cost is maintenance of batteries. Minor
operating costs are membrane replacement and PV maintenance. The country’s limited capital
inhibits the creation of these systems, and foreign investment or incentives from international
financial institutions will be needed to secure off-grid, clean energy solutions for Myanmar..."
Source/publisher:
"ProQuest" (USA)
Date of Publication:
2016-06-00
Date of entry:
2019-09-26
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- Individual Documents
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Countries:
Myanmar
Language:
English
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