Capacity optimization of a community microgrid for rural electrification

An algorithm is developed for optimization of photovoltaic and energy storage capacity of small community microgrids for rural electrification without diesel or other thermal backup. The developed algorithm is applied to a case study of the Madan Community in Jiwaka Province, Papua New Guinea. A series of community microgrids are being installed to provide electricity, high speed intranet, and digital education in community centers, schools, and homes. The optimization results will be used to create a set of standardized designs based on the IEEE Smart Village microgrid topology for electrification of communities throughout Jiwaka Province.

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