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Biogas Technology - A Case of Mahijda Village

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  • Gurdev Singh
  • Asokan S R

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The study reveals that wider acceptance of biogas technology in Mahijda village was primarily due to shortage of traditional fuels in the village. A subsidy of 50 to 75 percent was a strong incentive in its adoption. It was adequately supported by organized supply of necessary equipment and extension by the Gujarat Agro-Industries Corporation. However, number of animal heads acted as a constraint in its adoption by many. Non-adoption by many technically eligible households even with 50 percent subsidy indicated the rigidity of the barriers in its acceptance. Disposal of slurry was unacceptable to many. Lack of education was another constraint. The study pointed out that there is a vast potential for the spread of bio-gas technology. What is needed is the aggressive campaign to educate the people about its talent benefits to individuals and to the society. Further subsidy may be rationalized such that it goes to the needy. Organizational innovations for the community biogas plants could be very helpful for the involvement of weaker sections.

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  • Gurdev Singh & Asokan S R, 1988. "Biogas Technology - A Case of Mahijda Village," IIMA Working Papers WP1988-01-01_00799, Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, Research and Publication Department.
    • Handle: RePEc:iim:iimawp:wp00799
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