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Comprehensive Analysis and Prioritization of Sustainable Energy Resources Using Analytical Hierarchy Process

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  • Hameedullah Zaheb

    (Graduate School of Engineering and Science, University of the Ryukyus, 1 Senbaru, Okinawa 903-0213, Japan
    Department of Energy Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Kabul University, Kabul 1006, Afghanistan)

  • Obaidullah Obaidi

    (Department of Energy Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Kabul University, Kabul 1006, Afghanistan)

  • Sarban Mukhtar

    (Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Kabul University, Kabul 1006, Afghanistan)

  • Habiburahman Shirani

    (Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Kabul University, Kabul 1006, Afghanistan)

  • Mikaeel Ahmadi

    (Graduate School of Engineering and Science, University of the Ryukyus, 1 Senbaru, Okinawa 903-0213, Japan)

  • Atsushi Yona

    (Graduate School of Engineering and Science, University of the Ryukyus, 1 Senbaru, Okinawa 903-0213, Japan)

Abstract

The growing global concern for climate change and the need for sustainable energy solutions have driven nations to explore renewable energy alternatives. This research focuses on a developing country heavily reliant on imported electricity and evaluates the potential of renewable energy resources. Using the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP), a multi-criteria decision-making method (MCDM), this study prioritizes sustainable energy resources crucial for energy security and environmental sustainability, given the country’s dependence on traditional and imported power and its potential for renewable energy development. This study employs AHP to evaluate and rank various sustainable energy options, emphasizing their technological, economic, environmental, and social impacts. The novelty of this research lies in its comprehensive and systematic approach to integrating diverse expert opinions and utilizing AHP; the development of a robust decision-making model that accommodates the diverse criteria and sub-criteria (SCs) influencing the prioritization of energy resources; and its bridging of the gaps through the integration of varied criteria and SCs, region-specific concerns, and stakeholders’ engagement by creating a comprehensive and inclusive prioritization strategy. The key findings highlight solar energy as the most viable sustainable energy resource, followed by wind and hydro energy. These results underscore the significant potential for solar energy development, considering its current technological advancements, economic affordability, social acceptance, and environmental friendliness. This study not only provides a prioritized list of sustainable energy resources but also offers a methodological framework adaptable for similar assessments in other regions facing energy transition challenges. Readers will find a detailed explanation of the AHP methodology, the criteria used for evaluating energy resources, and the implications of the findings for policy and decision making. This research is particularly relevant for policymakers, energy planners, and stakeholders interested in sustainable energy development and strategic planning in similar contexts.

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  • Hameedullah Zaheb & Obaidullah Obaidi & Sarban Mukhtar & Habiburahman Shirani & Mikaeel Ahmadi & Atsushi Yona, 2024. "Comprehensive Analysis and Prioritization of Sustainable Energy Resources Using Analytical Hierarchy Process," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 16(11), pages 1-17, June.
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