How mini-grids could be the answer to SA’s energy woes

Whole communities, towns and rural areas could become energy independent, lifting the load off the national gridThe International Energy Agency expects mini-grids and stand-alone off-grid systems will be crucial in the drive to improve electricity supply in sub-Saharan Africa. Picture: SUNDAY TIMES

The International Energy Agency has projected that the mini-grids and stand-alone off-grid systems will be crucial in the drive to improve electricity supply to many rural areas in sub-Saharan Africa countries that are unable to tap into national grids. “Technically it wouldn’t be a difficult or complex thing to do; there are plenty of precedents around the world where it has worked really well,” said Duby.

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