International Journal of Sustainable and Green Energy

Volume 10, Issue 3, September 2021

  • Factors Affecting Biodiesel Production from Non-edible Vegetable Oil Via Base-catalyzed Transesterification Process: Synthesis

    Degnechew Genene Demisu

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 3, September 2021
    Pages: 85-91
    Received: 26 March 2021
    Accepted: 25 May 2021
    Published: 24 August 2021
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    Abstract: Biodiesel (fatty acid alkyl ester) has received attention as greener, renewable, alternative source of energy; and its utilization as diesel fuel is becoming an auspicious source of energy that can substitute the non-renewable petroleum products. It can make significant contributions in diminishing the emission of harmful gaseous due to combustion ... Show More
  • Energy Demand and Its Implication on Wind/PV System Sizing in Machakos, Kenya

    Kennedy Muchiri, Joseph Ngugi Kamau, David Wafula Wekesa, Churchill Otieno Saoke, Joseph Ndisya Mutuku, Joseph Kimiri Gathua

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 3, September 2021
    Pages: 92-98
    Received: 4 August 2021
    Accepted: 17 August 2021
    Published: 24 August 2021
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    Abstract: Energy is an essential factor underpinning all elements of economy in the society. Its utilization greatly depends on the individual’s lifestyle and habitation. In rural areas, people use less electronic appliances compared to urban areas. However, the rapid development in technology and variety of applications have triggered the desire for more po... Show More
  • Sizing of a Photovoltaic Installation for the Needs of an International Airport: Case Study of GNASSINGBE EYADEMA International Airport (AIGE)

    Koffi Sagna, Yendoubé Lare, Yendoubouame Lare, Kossi Napo

    Issue: Volume 10, Issue 3, September 2021
    Pages: 99-107
    Received: 1 September 2021
    Accepted: 23 September 2021
    Published: 2 October 2021
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    Abstract: This paper presents the sizing of a photovoltaic (PV) system for the GNASSINGBE EYADEMA international airport. Technical and economic profitability studies were done in order to show the possibility and the relevance of using a PV installation to fully meet the energy needs of a large airport in a certain and profitable way, thus contributing to en... Show More