Remote Microgrids

Videos on remote and island microgrid solutions
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Minigrid Projects to Significantly Expand Access to Electricity in Two African Nations

July 12, 2024
New minigrid projects in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Zambia will accelerate access to clean, reliable electricity for rural populations.

Propane Is a Sustainable Choice for Growing Microgrid Need

July 2, 2024
Construction professionals rely on propane’s lower emissions and enhanced resiliency
Horizon Power

First Renewable Hydrogen Microgrid Launched in Western Australia

July 10, 2024
On Monday, the Western Australian government and Horizon Power released a report outlining their learnings to date, with acting Energy Minister Tony Buti declaring the report ...

Unlocking the Energy Transition with Solar Added to Microgrids in 8 Remote Alaska Communities

July 1, 2024
Each of the communities of Anvik, Grayling, Holy Cross, Huslia, Kaltag, Minto, Nulato and Shageluk now has its own existing microgrid consisting of a centralized diesel-powered...
Brian Kawuma, Power for All

Uganda Integrated Energy Minigrid Project Wins Prestigious Award

June 28, 2024
The Twaake integrated energy minigrid was recognized at this week’s Reuters Global Energy Transition 2024 Awards for its work in delivering economical, clean energy to the community...
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Microgrid Successfully Demonstrated for Canadian Armed Forces Camps

June 26, 2024
The microgrid project was part of Canada’s Defense Excellence and Security (IDEaS) program’s Pop Up City contest, in which innovators were asked to develop more efficient, green...
POWERCHINA

Remote Villages in Suriname Forest Get 24-Hour Power with New Microgrid

June 13, 2024
Twelve remote villages in the Suriname forest now have access to uninterrupted power thanks to a new microgrid. When complete, the Suriname Village Microgrid Photovoltaic Project...
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First Nations Community-Owned Microgrid Launched in Australia

June 12, 2024
The residents of the Marlinja outstation say their grid-connected solar microgrid is the first in Australia to be owned by a First Nations community.
Image credit Solar Electric Light Fund and BarefootLaw.

Microgrid-Powered ‘LawBox’ Helps Ugandan Town’s Residents Settle Cow, Contract, Boundary and Other Disputes

June 10, 2024
While most people view basic needs as food, shelter and water, access to legal services is also important. An off-grid solar microgrid in Uganda is helping residents of a village...