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A Small Rural Village Energy Source: A Hybrid Microgrid
Hybrid microgrids can offer a reliable and lasting energy solution to remote rural small settlements that lack access to centralized electricity. Hybrid microgrids ensure the provision of continuous electricity supply through the application of multiple renewable energy types (solar, wind, biomass, etc.) as well as contingency actions such as diesel generators or batteries. The plan is a low impact on the environment, powering the poor, and reducing dependence on fossil fuels. The microgrid architecture is modelled to suit the demand of the load as well as the availability of the resources at the local level, creating economic growth and energy efficiency. This paper focuses on the design, components and benefits of hybrid microgrids and demonstrates how decentralized and clean generation of power can transform rural electrification and lead to resiliency within a community.
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