Renewable energy solutions, especially solar mini-grids can be used to provide electricity to the rural areas in Africa. Such schemes can be regulated as micro integrated utilities. In Kenya where GIZ has been supporting rural electrification efforts through the implementation of mini-grids, the improvement of social, economic and environmental values in the electrified villages is immediately visible. Technical skills are however essential to address the operational challenges that solar village mini-grids require. Talek Power pilot project paved the way in the enhancement of rural electrification in the region. The project demonstrated that solar hybrid mini-grids, when properly designed are also commercially viable.
Post time: Feb-12-2017