Rural electrification as a catalyst for sustainable development
Abstract This study explores the challenges and impact of rural electrification in Ghana, highlighting its critical role in sustainable development. Despite significant progress in improving access to electricity, rural areas continue to face disparities in energy availability, hindering socio-econo...
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| description | Abstract This study explores the challenges and impact of rural electrification in Ghana, highlighting its critical role in sustainable development. Despite significant progress in improving access to electricity, rural areas continue to face disparities in energy availability, hindering socio-economic growth. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, including surveys and interviews with 369 participants from various communities in the Ketu North District. The findings reveal that rural electrification has improved healthcare, education, and economic prospects, although initial obstacles such as financial constraints, technical difficulties, and local resistance persist. The study emphasizes the necessity for strategies that enhance rural electrification, including increased government funding, technical support, community participation, and the adoption of renewable energy sources. Additionally, it advocates for public–private partnerships and community-based cooperatives to foster a more inclusive approach to energy access. The research underscores the importance of tailored policies considering local contexts, highlighting rural electrification as a key tool for achieving sustainable development in Ghana. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-e06352c033c548c7ac99fbda598670392025-08-20T01:53:04ZengSpringerDiscover Environment2731-94312025-04-013112210.1007/s44274-025-00225-7Rural electrification as a catalyst for sustainable developmentJones Lewis Arthur0Daniel Cudjoe Esimey Kporha1Sonny Davis Arthur2Department of General Agriculture, Faculty of Applied Science and Technology, Sunyani Technical University (STU)Institute of Distance Learning, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and TechnologyValley View University (VVU)Abstract This study explores the challenges and impact of rural electrification in Ghana, highlighting its critical role in sustainable development. Despite significant progress in improving access to electricity, rural areas continue to face disparities in energy availability, hindering socio-economic growth. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, including surveys and interviews with 369 participants from various communities in the Ketu North District. The findings reveal that rural electrification has improved healthcare, education, and economic prospects, although initial obstacles such as financial constraints, technical difficulties, and local resistance persist. The study emphasizes the necessity for strategies that enhance rural electrification, including increased government funding, technical support, community participation, and the adoption of renewable energy sources. Additionally, it advocates for public–private partnerships and community-based cooperatives to foster a more inclusive approach to energy access. The research underscores the importance of tailored policies considering local contexts, highlighting rural electrification as a key tool for achieving sustainable development in Ghana.https://doi.org/10.1007/s44274-025-00225-7Rural electrificationEnergy securitySustainable developmentCommunity engagementRenewable energy |
| spellingShingle | Jones Lewis Arthur Daniel Cudjoe Esimey Kporha Sonny Davis Arthur Rural electrification as a catalyst for sustainable development Discover Environment Rural electrification Energy security Sustainable development Community engagement Renewable energy |
| title | Rural electrification as a catalyst for sustainable development |
| title_full | Rural electrification as a catalyst for sustainable development |
| title_fullStr | Rural electrification as a catalyst for sustainable development |
| title_full_unstemmed | Rural electrification as a catalyst for sustainable development |
| title_short | Rural electrification as a catalyst for sustainable development |
| title_sort | rural electrification as a catalyst for sustainable development |
| topic | Rural electrification Energy security Sustainable development Community engagement Renewable energy |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1007/s44274-025-00225-7 |
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