Abstract
Bangladesh is one of the developing countries in the world which faces severe energy and environmental challenges. Grameen Shakti is a micro-generation renewable energy program that aims to meet energy requirements of the people of Bangladesh in a cost effective and environmentally friendly manner. It is one of the largest and fastest growing programs of its type in the world. Presently, Grameen Shakti deals with three technologies: solar home systems (SHSs), biogas systems and improved cooking stoves (ICS). This article looks into the prominent features of Grameen Shakti program which have primarily contributed to its success.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 5063-5067 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews |
| Volume | 15 |
| Issue number | 9 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Dec 2011 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Bangladesh
- Biogas systems
- Grameen Shakti
- Improved cooking stoves
- Renewable energy
- Solar home systems
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
