Selection criteria of feasibility assessment on mini hydro power plant in Batang Sumani River Solok West Sumatera

Abstract

Abstract In a feasibility analysis, there are many involved factors giving influences on a feasibility decision of a hydro power plant. The research aims to assess the extent of criteria benefits obtained in running an investment business activity. Results of the assessment are used as considerations in decision making, whether it is to accept or reject a power plant investment plan. Methodology used in feasibility assessment is Analytic Hierarchy Process. AHP is a simple and flexible decision making method to deal with qualitative assessment giving integration to all expert decisions through structured linkages and by weighting on some variables giving influences on feasibility aspects, such as technical aspects and non-technical aspects through instruments that are validated by project planner party, capital and investment agency, as well as provincial energy mining office and also engineering consultant. Research benefits can minimize any undesired risks, both controllable risks and uncontrollable risks. Proposed plans will be references in running each business stage, so that there will be systematic and effective work; it also facilitates supervision and control. The conclusion leads to eight important criteria giving great determinant and priority in assessment of a feasibility preparation results, so there will be a standard and valid feasibility decision.