Economic analysis for wood biomass power plants in rural areas using an extended regional input–output table

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  • 小地域産業連関表を用いた木質バイオマス利用事業の評価
  • ショウチイキ サンギョウ レンカンヒョウ オ モチイタ モクシツ バイオマス リヨウ ジギョウ ノ ヒョウカ

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An input–output table for a small region contains characteristics of the region and economy. A regional input–output table would be a useful tool to assess the economic effects of local government policies on rural areas when there are severe economic conditions and a declining population. However, regional input–output tables have not been readily available, and the procedures to compile preliminary tables have some remaining challenges. To share the benefits of using input–output tables in small regions, we compiled an input–output table for Nichinan Town, Tottori Prefecture. Issues in the economic structure of Nichinan Town were discussed using the completed table. The economic analysis scenario assumed the operation of a wood biomass combined heat and power plant (CHP plant; electricity generating capacity, 500 kW), and its economic impact was estimated. The input–output table was then modified to include the effects of the CHP plant, and the two tables were compared to clarify the economic differences. Introducing a CHP plant resulted in a 361-million-yen increase in local gross product and a 143-million-yen increase in gross value added.

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