Semantic Sandbox
= Tools for facilitating Mini-grid deployment
Mini-grid
Mini-grid can be defined as, a set of electricity generators and possibly energy storage systems interconnected to a distribution network that supplies electricity to a localized group of customers.[1]. They can be single generation technologies such as solar home systems or a hybrid system such as PV-diesel systems. [2]
Furthermore a mini-grid can be a independent utility and can also be connected to the central grid,if one exists.
- For more information about mini-grids and their advantages, see: Mini Grids.
Se4All's High Impact Opportunity on Mini-Grids
Today, more than 1.2 billion people in the world, are living in darkness and do not have access to the national grid. In this dire situation, mini-grids could be a viable solutions to promote energy access for all. Furthermore, the International Renewable Energy Agency (IEA) in 2011 forcasted that over 40% of the installed capacity to achieve universal energy access by 2030 will be most likely delivered via mini/micro-grids.
With these thoughts in mind, the SE4All has included mini-grids into the High Impact Opportunity on Mini-Grids (HIO). HIO is an international framework that works towards accelerating the investments and deployments of mini-grids. [3]
