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Photovoltaics : socio-economic impact and policy implications

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Working paper, cost benefit analysis of solar energy power generation in developing countries - discusses economic implications of choice of technology and its impact on irrigation, the household, and community electric power distribution; considers the role of USA development aid in photovoltaics in Africa, social implications for rural women, current research and development, technology transfer, etc. Bibliography.

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  • Smith, D. V.,, 1985. "Photovoltaics : socio-economic impact and policy implications," ILO Working Papers 992407143402676, International Labour Organization.
    • Handle: RePEc:ilo:ilowps:992407143402676
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