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Determinants of farmers’ decision to adopt solar powered pumps

Vikas Kumar (University Business School, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, India)
Amanjot Singh Syan (University Business School, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, India)
Amanpreet Kaur (Punjab School of Economics, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, India)
Bikramjit Singh Hundal (University Business School, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, India)

International Journal of Energy Sector Management

ISSN: 1750-6220

Article publication date: 31 January 2020

Issue publication date: 21 May 2020

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Abstract

Purpose

This study aims to examine the farmers’ awareness level and explores the factors, which may influence their adoption intention regarding solar powered pumps.

Design/methodology/approach

The study consist of a sample of 510 respondents selected from the rural region of Punjab (India) by using convenience sampling. Descriptive analysis, exploratory factor analysis, confirmatory factor analysis and multiple regression analysis techniques have been used for the analytical purpose.

Findings

The study reveals that dimensions such as perceived benefit, perceived compatibility and government incentives have a significant impact on intention to use solar powered pumps, whereas high investment cost and lack of awareness regarding government subsidies are the main reason for non-adoption of the same.

Research limitations/implications

The sample size has been selected on the basis of convenience sampling and has been taken from the rural area, which may affect its generalizability.

Practical implications

The present research is expected to be useful for the manufacturers, regulators, customers, commercial banks, product and service providers, and other environmental institutions.

Originality/value

The study has acknowledged various intentional factors, which influence the adoption decision of solar powered pumps. Therefore, the present study will be useful to formulate action plans to improve the environmental quality.

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Citation

Kumar, V., Syan, A.S., Kaur, A. and Hundal, B.S. (2020), "Determinants of farmers’ decision to adopt solar powered pumps", International Journal of Energy Sector Management, Vol. 14 No. 4, pp. 707-727. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJESM-04-2019-0022

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Emerald Publishing Limited

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