Date of Conferral

2023

Degree

Ph.D.

School

Public Policy and Administration

Advisor

Mark Gordon

Abstract

Abstract Due to irregularities and shortages in electricity generation and distribution, 95% of Cameroon’s population suffers from debilitating effects on national economic security, public health, education, safety, and quality of life. Cameroon needs a sustainable, efficient, and innovative electricity source and policy system. Failure to meet this demand forestalls the much-needed socio-economic and political development of the country. The purpose of the present study was to explore inadequacies of the current hydroelectric supply system in Cameroon, putting into perspective factors that impeded the development of a sustainable electricity supply system, strategies to alleviate these impediments, and the most cost-effective framework that could provide consistent and affordable electricity to Cameroonian communities. The qualitative research utilized von Bertalanffy’s systems theory as the theoretical foundation of a qualitative systems-based approach for the research. Using a structured interview protocol, participants with expert knowledge in energy sustainability, public policy, and cost-effective policy models provided data account of their experience in energy sustainability and cost-effective policy models. Findings indicated that policymakers should take advantage of Cameroon’s vast energy potentials, technological innovations, and a conscientious human resource leadership. If Cameroon’s leadership and public administrators can implement cost-effective strategies for alleviating impediments to electricity access, and create a framework for the most cost-effective power generation, they can clear a path to full electricity access and positive social change through much-needed socioeconomic development of Cameroon.Fostering

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