Assessment of hydropower resources in Tanzania. A review article
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Date
2018
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EDP Sciences
Abstract
The hydropower resources have become an attractive means of generating electricity to the off-grid network, especially in rural areas. This article assesses the small, mini and large hydropower resources and identified to reach 5.3GW for electricity generation in Tanzania. The technology development discussed comprises of hydro turbine manufacturers, classification and turbine selection. The barriers presented include
the presence of sediment in the hydropower reservoirs, financial viability, policy and regulatory issues related to hydropower development. This reviewed article serves the investors and policymakers to understand the status of hydropower resources in Tanzania.
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Full Text Article.
Also available at: https://doi.org/10.1051/rees/2018004
Keywords
Hydropower, Electricity, Hydropower resource, Hydropower reservoirs, Hydro turbine, Off-grid network, Renewable energy sources, Energy source, Hydropower plants, Hydropower development, Hydropower technology
Citation
Mdee, O. J., Nielsen, T. K., Kimambo, C. Z., & Kihedu, J. (2018). Assessment of hydropower resources in Tanzania: A review article. Renewable Energy and Environmental Sustainability, 3, 4.