PREREQUISITES, PUSH FACTORS, CHALLENGES, AND FUTURE PERSPECTIVES OF MINI-GRIDS: A REVIEW
- Laboratoire dEnergetique et de Mecanique Appliquee (LEMA,), Ecole Doctorale des Sciences de lIngenieur, Universite dAbomey-Calavi, Benin.
- Faculte des Sciences de lingenieur, Universite du Burundi, Burundi.
Abstract
Mini-grids are considered by stakeholders in the electricity sector as one of the key solutions to accelerate the electrification process. Their development is driven by global concerns regarding climate change, the decarbonization of electrical networks, and the growing of energy demand. Among their many advantages are improved reliability, increased flexibility, and enhanced energy security. However, these mini-grids face several challenges, including high investment costs, technical complexity, regulatory constraints, and interconnection issues. This document aims to provide information on the concept of mini-grids, their classification, the push factors for their adoption for electrification, as well as lessons learned from countries that have successfully achieved electrification through mini-grids. It also presents the strategies and technologies for their development. The insights offered by this study may be useful for researchers, engineers, developers, and policymakers in designing stable, efficient, and high-performing mini-grids.
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O. Ndayikeza, V. Prodjinonto, R. Ahouansou and M. Agbomahena (2024); PREREQUISITES, PUSH FACTORS, CHALLENGES, AND FUTURE PERSPECTIVES OF MINI-GRIDS: A REVIEW, Int. J. of Adv. Res., 12 (12), 1137-1159, ISSN 2320-5407. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21474/IJAR01/20123
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