Rural Microgrid Case Sharing Session

How can remote communities benefit from Microgrid technology?

“Remote communities are well-positioned to demonstrate optimized microgrid technologies, including those that generate renewable energy locally. With the right design and innovation, microgrid solutions will help lower energy costs, improve energy resilience, and spur economic opportunities.”

Can We design microgrids in rural communities?

A vast majority of the energy access programs currently underway are in developing countries with limited access to the latest information and state-of-the-art technology. This paper serves as a link between scientific advancements and field-proven best-practices for designing microgrids in rural communities.

Is a socio-cultural approach necessary for implementing a rural microgrid?

Vargas et al. (2018) mention that a socio-cultural approach that allows the communities to participate is essential for implementing and legitimizing a rural microgrid. While rural microgrids concentrate mainly on electrification, the urban microgrids maintain a safe and resilient grid operation using distributed generation.

Should governments encourage new prosumer Community Microgrids?

Therefore, a favourable strategy for governments and energy market operators is to encourage new prosumer community microgrids. MG implementation is a complex subject; however, several authors have examined different strategies to achieve a reliable electrical grid system.

Should community microgrids integrate ABMS and ESS for energy security?

This increment of published papers and technology development could lead to a decrease in initial investment costs. Moreover, the development of technology-based business models that integrate ABMs and ESS for energy security allows community microgrid’s users to participate in energy markets.

Are university campus microgrids a resilience resource?

Optimal design and financial feasibility of a university campus microgrid considering renewable energy incentives Appl. Energy, 225 ( 2018), pp. 273 - 289, 10.1016/j.apenergy.2018.05.036 Microgrids as a resilience resource and strategies used by microgrids for enhancing resilience