Feasibility Study of a Micro Hydro Power Plant for Rural Electrification in Lalumpe Village, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

Meita Rumbayan () and Rilya Rumbayan
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Meita Rumbayan: Faculty of Engineering, Sam Ratulangi University, Manado 95115, Indonesia
Rilya Rumbayan: Department of Civil Engineering, Manado State Polytechnic, Manado 95252, Indonesia

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 19, 1-13

Abstract: This feasibility study aims to assess the potential of implementing a micro hydro system in Lalumpe Village, located in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. The study focuses on evaluating the technical and economic aspects of the proposed micro hydro project. Data collection was carried out through field surveys, interviews with local stakeholders, and analysis of available hydrological and topographical data. The technical assessment involved conducting a resource assessment to determine the water availability and potential for harnessing hydroelectric power in the area. The study also examined the village’s energy demand and determined the suitable capacity of the micro hydro system required to meet the community’s needs. Economic analysis included estimating the initial investment costs, operation and maintenance expenses, and potential revenue generation from the sale of excess electricity to the local grid. Financial viability indicators such as payback period and net present value were calculated to assess the economic feasibility of the project.

Keywords: feasibility study; micro hydro power plant; rural electrification; village in Indonesia (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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