Agricultural irrigation in arid and semi-arid regions is often constrained by limited energy access, high operational cost, and environmental concerns tied to fossil fuel use. Wind-powered irrigation systems stand out not only as cost-efficient but also as renewable-sourced solutions to further improve water-use efficiency and significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Wind energy systems can replace diesel-powered pumps and save up to 6000 L and mitigate up to 16.08 tons of carbon dioxide (tCO₂) per unit annually, translating into measurable carbon credits valued at approximately US$ 320 per year. This chapter examines the intersection of wind energy, sustainable irrigation, and carbon credit generation. It draws on established methodologies, including Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and European Union (EU) Innovation Fund frameworks, and presents a 10-year emission projection which quantifies emission reductions and supports potential revenue pathways. Co-benefits like agroforestry-based carbon sequestration, hybrid solar-wind options, and savings of up to 60%–80% compared to a fuel generator have also been discussed. Underutilization of wind-powered irrigation policy solutions, such as Clean Development Mechanism/Verified Carbon Standard (CDM/VCS) certification, subsidization, educational outreach programs, and economic adoption resilience strategies, was also explored. Wind-powered irrigation positions itself as a refreshing climate-smart innovation, connecting sustainable agriculture to carbon finance, thereby laying the groundwork for climate-resilient agricultural development.

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Wind-Powered Irrigation: Revolutionizing Agriculture and Carbon Credit in Arid and Semi-Arid Regions

  • Peter Osei Boamah,
  • Raymond Gyaang,
  • Jacqueline Onumah,
  • Dennis Agyemanh Nana Gookyi,
  • Fortunatus Aabangbio Wulnye,
  • Samuel Dodobatia Wetajega,
  • Newlove A. Afoakwah,
  • Sufyan Yakubu,
  • Tayari Salifu

摘要

Agricultural irrigation in arid and semi-arid regions is often constrained by limited energy access, high operational cost, and environmental concerns tied to fossil fuel use. Wind-powered irrigation systems stand out not only as cost-efficient but also as renewable-sourced solutions to further improve water-use efficiency and significantly reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Wind energy systems can replace diesel-powered pumps and save up to 6000 L and mitigate up to 16.08 tons of carbon dioxide (tCO₂) per unit annually, translating into measurable carbon credits valued at approximately US$ 320 per year. This chapter examines the intersection of wind energy, sustainable irrigation, and carbon credit generation. It draws on established methodologies, including Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and European Union (EU) Innovation Fund frameworks, and presents a 10-year emission projection which quantifies emission reductions and supports potential revenue pathways. Co-benefits like agroforestry-based carbon sequestration, hybrid solar-wind options, and savings of up to 60%–80% compared to a fuel generator have also been discussed. Underutilization of wind-powered irrigation policy solutions, such as Clean Development Mechanism/Verified Carbon Standard (CDM/VCS) certification, subsidization, educational outreach programs, and economic adoption resilience strategies, was also explored. Wind-powered irrigation positions itself as a refreshing climate-smart innovation, connecting sustainable agriculture to carbon finance, thereby laying the groundwork for climate-resilient agricultural development.