Abstract

This book focuses on the dual problems of developing small hydroelectric energy sources in rural areas and of managing small hydroelectric-power-development projects. Case histories from China, the Philippines, New Zealand, and Hawaii report on the multiple uses of small hydro systems, such as water supply, flood control, and crop irrigation. Although these projects vary in their individual features, the framework of the integrated project cycle allows comparisons. A comparison of planning and management approaches provides a policy overview that identifies and examines the policies and decisions that will determine the future growth of this alternative energy resource. The major issues are manpower, social and environmental factors, the relative merits of centralized versus decentralized control, the potential for diversified applications, and integration with other alternative energy sources to achieve a suitable energy mix. A related issue is the need to conduct more research on identifying and planning projects for more effective institutional linkages. 23 figures, 30 tables.

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