New study using OSeMOSYS
Analyses of optimum generation scenarios for sustainable power generation in Ghana
A new study was conducted to examine optimum generation scenarios for Ghana from 2010 to 2040 using the Open Source Energy Modelling System (OSeMOSYS), which is integrated in the Long-range Energy Alternatives Planning (LEAP). Three policy scenarios were studied related to energy emission targets, carbon taxes and transmission and distribution losses improvements. Researchers; A.K.Awopone and A.F.Zobaa, from Brunel University London show in their results that the introduction of carbon minimization policies will promote diversification of the generation mix with higher penetration of renewable energy technologies, thus reducing the overall fossil fuel generation in Ghana. They further indicate that significant greenhouse emissions savings can be achieved with improvement in transmission and distribution losses. The full text of the study can be found here .