Abstract
Small hydropower (SHP) is an environmental friendly technology and qualifies for Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) benefits. The CDM is a part of the global market, developing rapidly in response to global warming. It has two objectives to achieve, i.e. sustainable development in host countries and assist other countries in achieving the emission reduction targets. In this study, an attempt has been made to estimate the CDM potential from SHP projects in India. It has been found that there is a vast potential of CO2 abatement by developing SHP projects. The annual Certified Emissions Reductions (CERs) from SHP projects under implementation in India could reach up to 1.26 million tonnes. CDM benefits will help to develop remaining potential of SHP projects more effectively in sustainable manner. An analysis has also been carried out using logistic model to predict SHP development. It has been found that the remaining potential of SHP in India can be developed by the year 2040.
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