Solar- and Wind-Powered Irrigation Systems

Robert V. Enochian

No 307914, Agricultural Economic Reports from United States Department of Agriculture, Economic Research Service

Abstract: Five different direct solar and wind energy systems are technically feasible for powering irrigation pumps. However, with projected rates of fossil fuel costs, only two may produce significant unsubsidized energy for irrigation pumping before the turn of the century. These are photovoltaic systems with nonconcentrating collectors (providing that projected costs of manufacturing solar cells prove correct); and wind systems, especially in remote areas where adequate wind is available.

Keywords: Crop Production/Industries; Research and Development/Tech Change/Emerging Technologies; Resource/Energy Economics and Policy (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 33
Date: 1982-02
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DOI: 10.22004/ag.econ.307914

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