Role of Solar Energy in Improving the Livelihood of Rural Households: A Case Study of Bajaur Agency
Journal Title: Research Journal Social Sciences (Online) - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 2
Abstract
This Study was conducted in a far-flung village of Bajaur agency, where no electricity was available and about two years back a non-government organization provided solar system to each household. The paper intended to examine the socioeconomic and environmental changes occurred after the installation of the solar home system. Using a recall method, household survey was conducted for collecting the primary data through questionnaire and focus group discussions. The data was analysed through Regression model as well as through descriptive statistics. The results discovered that solar system has provided direct and indirect benefits to the plotted households. The study hours of the students were getting improved after the lightning source availability. The consumption of kerosene oil and LPG, which were used for lighting have been subtracted from their consumption baskets. This resulted less indoor pollution and more saving due to cut off of expenditure on these resources. The impact on business activities was negligible, however it added a little bit to the income because of the extended working hours at evening. Information and communication appliances along with other electrical equipment were found which were not available before the installation. There was significant improvement in social activities which were earlier limited to day time. Thus solar system has improved the livelihood capitals of the rural households and it is a viable system and should be extended to such other remote communities.
Authors and Affiliations
SAIF-UR REHMAN, MUHAMMAD IMRAN KHAN, USMAN MUSTAFA, ANAYAT ULLAH
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