The Impact of Net Metering Policies on Solar Rooftop Adoption in Afghanistan

This research evaluates the potential influence of Afghanistan’s net metering policies on the adoption of solar rooftop systems. A survey of 17,000 individuals indicates a high level of awareness (78.6%) and approval (86.7%) of the policy, with 90% having adequate rooftop space. Despite financial obstacles, only 26.7% are able to afford systems independently, but 92.9% are open to adopting them through loan-based financing. Enhance loan accessibility for solar rooftop adoption.

Authors

Institutions

Publication Details

Journal
Energy RESEARCH LETTERS
Published
2025-07-13
DOI
https://doi.org/10.46557/001c.137230
Primary Topic
Energy and Environment Impacts
Type
article
Field-Weighted Citation Impact
0.00
Controls
|||
ALL TIME
JAN
FEB
MAR
APR
MAY
JUN
JUL
AUG
SEP
OCT
article

The Impact of Net Metering Policies on Solar Rooftop Adoption in Afghanistan

Safiullah Shirzad
Energy RESEARCH LETTERS
Energy and Environment Impacts
article

The Impact of Net Metering Policies on Solar Rooftop Adoption in Afghanistan

Safiullah Shirzad
article en

Abstract

This research evaluates the potential influence of Afghanistan’s net metering policies on the adoption of solar rooftop systems. A survey of 17,000 individuals indicates a high level of awareness (78.6%) and approval (86.7%) of the policy, with 90% having adequate rooftop space. Despite financial obstacles, only 26.7% are able to afford systems independently, but 92.9% are open to adopting them through loan-based financing. Enhance loan accessibility for solar rooftop adoption.

Energy RESEARCH LETTERSVol. 7(Early View)
Ghazni University (AF)
Openalex Percentile: Top 88%
Energy and Environment Impacts
DOIOpen Access PDFOpenAlex
AI Navigator

Ask Laika to Summarize, Analyze, and Connect papers live on the map.

Summarize Papers & Methodologies

Extract key findings, datasets, and comparative methods across publications.

Benchmark Rankings & Visual Analytics

Rank top research institutions, authors, funders, topics, and journals by Field-Weighted Citation Impact (FWCI) and paper volume with instant charts.

Connect Distant Disciplines

Bridge topological clusters on the map to find hidden collaborative intersections.

The Impact of Net Metering Policies on Solar Rooftop Adoption in Afghanistan — Safiullah Shirzad · Energy RESEARCH LETTERS (2025) | TGRS Research Map | TGRS