Module 4: Sustainable Renewable Energy for Rural Areas                    Lead: Michigan Technological University

 

Readings

 

ADAS Consulting Ltd. 2003. Renewable Energy and Its Impact on Rural Development and Sustainability in the UK, ADAS Consulting Ltd., University of Newcastle, UK, 68 pp.

 

Zhou, A. and Byrne, J. 2002. Renewable Energy for Rural Sustainability: Lessons from China, Bulletin of Science Technology & Society, 22: 123.

 

Alazraque-Cherni, J. 2008. “Renewable Energy for Rural Sustainability in Developing Countries,” Bulletin of Science Technology & Society, 28: 105.

 

O’Neill-Carrillo E., Ortiz-García, C., Pérez, M., Baiges, I, Minos S., 2009.Experiences with Stakeholder Engagement in Transitioning to an Increased Use of Renewable Energy Systems,” Paper presented at the IEEE Conference in Atlanta, Georgia (March, 2009).

 

 

Powerpoint Presentations from 2011

 

MTU Hydropower

MTU Energy from forest products

Lakehead Hydropower 1

Lakehead Hydropower 2

Lakehead Hydropower 3

Lakehead Hydropower 4

UNISON Solar power

 

Discussion Question

 

What are the advantages and disadvantages of the development of renewable energy for rural communities?