Analyses of optimum generation scenarios for sustainable power generation in Ghana
Analyses of optimum generation scenarios for sustainable power generation in Ghana
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2010
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Albert, K. Awopone
Ahmed, F. Zobaa
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Brunel University London
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This study examines optimum generation scenarios for Ghana from 2010 to 2040. The
Open Source Energy Modelling System (OSeMOSYS), an optimisation model for long term energy
planning, which is integrated in Long-range Energy Alternatives Planning (LEAP) tool, was applied
to model the generation system. The developed model was applied to the case study of the reference
scenario (OPT) which examines the least cost development of the system without any shift in policy.
Three groups of policy scenario were developed based on the future possible energy policy direction
in Ghana: energy emission targets, carbon taxes and transmission and distribution losses
improvements. The model was then used to simulate the development of technologies in each
scenario up to 2040 and the level of renewable generation examined. Finally, cost benefit analysis of
the policy scenarios, as well as their greenhouse gas mitigation potential were also discussed. The
results show that: suitable policies for clean power generation have an important role in CO2
mitigation in Ghana. The introduction of carbon minimisation policies will also promote
diversification of the generation mix with higher penetration of renewable energy technologies, thus
reducing the overall fossil fuel generation in Ghana. It further indicated that, significant greenhouse
emissions savings is achieved with improvement in transmission and distribution losses.
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Awopone, A. K., & Zobaa, A. F. (2017). Analyses of optimum generation scenarios for sustainable power generation in Ghana.