Table 1 Five assessment criteria of energy alternatives
From: A systematic approach for assessment of renewable energy using analytic hierarchy process
Criteria | Description | Categories |
|---|---|---|
Cost | Investment, maintenance and operating cost, and other life cycle costs | Economy |
Maximum capacity | Installed capacity, reliability, and service life | Technology |
Environmental impact | Pollution, emission, noise, land use, and consumer acceptance | Environment |
Job creation | Job opportunities, economic impact, and regional development | Economy/society |
Security | Risks, disruptions, and disasters | Technology/society |