A mini grid is an electric power generation and distribution system that provides electricity to a localized community. Mini grids will be critical in achieving universal electricity access by 2030. According to a new World Bank report “Mini Grids for Half a Billion People: Market Outlook and Handbook for Decision Makers”, mini grids are often the most economically viable solution for remote areas with high population density and demand and where extending the main grid is prohibitively expensive.
Afghanistan, Myanmar, India and Nepal have the highest number of mini grids, followed by China, Philippines, Indonesia. Analysis by the Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) shows that
Considering the high cost of extending the main grid to very remote areas, this would be an ideal alternative especially for us in the developing world.
My village in Ghana was connected to the national grid in the early 2000. The community after mine was connected just about four years ago and power is yet to be extended into houses.
This was more than 10years down the line and if this is the pace, it would take us centuries to achieve universal electrification.
I think more (in-terms of materials, cost, feasibility, expertise and training) should be provided by the World Bank to aid the swift adoption of this feasible alternative.
Let’s light the Planet by 2050.
Mini-grids are a practical and cost-effective electricity solution for communities that do not have access to the national grid.
It is a good idea and good decision of world bank group.
Any examples of mini grids in irrigation projects, probably linked tomo I hydros ?
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