IGNOU MRW 7 SOLVED ASSIGNMENT

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MRW 007 (January 2025 - July 2025) - ENGLISH

Assignment -3

(To be done after studying the course material)

Course Code: MRW-007

Course Title: Energy Economics and Planning

Assignment Code: MRW-007/TMA/2025

Maximum Marks: 100

Last Date of Submission: April 30, 2025 (For June TEE), September 30, 2025 (For December TEE) Note:

1. For any question worth 5 marks the word limit is 200 words, for a 10 mark question it is 350 words.

2. All questions are compulsory. All questions carry equal marks.

Q.1 The details of a solar thermal plant is given below. Calculate the life cycle cost per unit for the power plant. Assume the suitable values if required

Sr. No	Item	Cost in Rs./KW	Life Period
1.	Heat energy collectors	35000	20years
2.	Boiler+ steam turbine	14900	10years
3.	Electric generator	6500	10years
4.	Accessories, tools	3000	5years

Q.2 Discuss the concept of elasticity demand and its usefulness for the society.

 Q.3 What is Energy Pricing? Discuss its significance in economics. Explain in brief the Principle of Intergenerational Equity.

Q.4 Mr. Laxman receives a provident fund amount of Rs. 500000. He deposits in a bank which pays 10 percent interest. If he withdraws annually Rs. 50000, how long can he do so?

Q.5 a) Describe in detail the terms economic environment and business management.

b) How Infrastructure and Economic Growth are interrelated?

Q.6 Is the UN an effective organisation for global environmental action? Do you agree? Justify your answer with facts and evidence.

Q.7 a) Explain the three phases in decision making process.

b) Explain in detail the utility of integrated rural energy planning.

Q.8 Discuss the various factors which drives the energy pricing.

Q.9 a) Describe Herzberg's two factor theory in detail.

b) Why is an effective control process needed in any organisation?

Q.10 Write short notes on the following:

a) Climate Change Convention, 1992

b) Ecologic Model or Economic Man Model

c) Optimum hybrid energy system

d) Techno economic Evaluation

MRW 007 (January 2026 - July 2026) - ENGLISH

Course Code: MRW-007

Course Title: Energy Economics and Planning

Assignment Code: MRW-007/TMA/2026

Maximum Marks: 100

Last Date of Submission: April 30, 2026 (For June TEE), September 30, 2026 (For December TEE)

Note:

1. For any question worth 5 marks the word limit is 200 words, for a 10 mark question it is 350 words.

2. All questions are compulsory. All questions carry equal marks.

Q.1a) Explain the relationship between energy consumption and economic development.

b) Discuss how energy availability influences industrial growth, employment generation, and quality of life in developing countries like India.

Q.2a) What is energy demand forecasting? Explain its role in national and regional energy planning.

b) Discuss qualitative and quantitative approaches to energy demand forecasting (conceptual explanation only).

Q.3a) Define energy pricing. Explain the objectives of energy pricing policies.

b) Discuss the impact of subsidies and taxation on energy consumption and energy conservation.

Q.4a) Explain the concept of time value of money and its importance in energy project evaluation.

b) Briefly describe commonly used economic indicators for energy project appraisal (no numerical illustration).

Q.5a) Discuss the economic benefits of renewable energy systems over conventional energy sources.

b) Explain the major economic challenges and cost-related barriers in large-scale renewable energy deployment.

Q.6a) What is sustainable energy planning? Explain its key objectives.

b) Discuss how sustainable energy planning supports environmental protection and energy security.

Q.7a) Explain the concept of integrated rural energy planning.

b) Discuss the role of decentralized renewable energy systems in rural development and poverty alleviation.

Q.8 a) Discuss the role of international organizations in global energy planning and environmental protection.

b) Explain the contribution of national energy institutions and regulatory bodies in India.

Q.9 a) Explain the concept of externalities in the energy sector with suitable examples.

b) Discuss the principle of intergenerational equity in energy resource utilization.

Q.10 a) Explain the importance of energy efficiency and conservation in energy planning.

b) Discuss the role of hybrid and integrated energy systems in achieving sustainable development goals.

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