A team of researchers from Bhutan,SaudiArabia, Pakistan has released a report in sciencedirect. The study “Rooftop solar PV in Bhutan: A systemic analysis of feed-in-tariff program” evaluates the viability of a feed-in-tariff program for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in Bhutan, focusing on user acceptability and financial sustainability. Based on a pilot project involving 361 rural households, the research uses qualitative and quantitative methods to assess clean energy access. Findings reveal that Bhutan’s low existing energy tariff of $0.038/kWh poses challenges to the financial sustainability of solar PV systems, where generation costs range from $0.04–0.045/kWh. Rural users are willing to adopt feed-in-tariff programs if tariffs are adjusted to $0.05–0.07/kWh to sustain investments. The study underscores the need for tariff reforms to ensure Bhutan’s renewable energy transition.
Bhutan’s pilot solar PV project reveals tariff sustainability insights
Feed-in-tariff study in Bhutan analyzes rural solar PV systems, highlighting financial and user acceptability factors. More details on the research here.
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