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eISSN: 2581-9615 || CODEN: WJARAI || Impact Factor 8.2 ||  CrossRef DOI

Research and review articles are invited for publication in April 2026 (Volume 30, Issue 1) Submit manuscript

Designing effective policy frameworks for the implementation of microgrids in developing countries: Opportunities, challenges and pathways to sustainable energy access

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Chinonso Nwanevu 1, *, Segun Samuel Oladipo 2 and Abidemi Obatoyinbo Ajayi 3

1 University of South Dakota, USA.
2 University of Nebraska, Lincoln, USA.
3 New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM USA.
 
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World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 24(01), 1279-1294
Article DOI: 10.30574/wjarr.2024.24.1.3078
DOI url: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.24.1.3078
 
Received on 28 August 2024; revised on 05 October 2024; accepted on 08 October 2024
 
Designing effective policy frameworks for the implementation of microgrids in developing countries is crucial for advancing sustainable energy access. Microgrids offer a decentralized and resilient solution to energy challenges, particularly in regions with limited grid infrastructure. However, the successful deployment of microgrids requires a nuanced understanding of the opportunities, challenges, and pathways to integration within the unique contexts of developing nations. This study explores the key factors influencing the design and implementation of microgrid policies, including regulatory environments, financial incentives, and technological innovations. It highlights the potential of microgrids to enhance energy security, reduce carbon emissions, and support economic development. At the same time, it addresses the challenges related to financing, regulatory compliance, and the need for capacity-building in local communities. By analyzing case studies from various developing countries, the study identifies best practices and strategic recommendations for policymakers to create supportive frameworks that encourage the adoption of microgrids. The research underscores the importance of international collaboration, public-private partnerships, and adaptive policy mechanisms that can respond to the evolving needs of the energy sector. Ultimately, the study provides a roadmap for leveraging microgrids as a key component of sustainable energy strategies in developing countries, contributing to broader goals of energy equity, environmental sustainability, and economic resilience.
 
Microgrids; Sustainable Energy Access; Policy Frameworks; Developing Countries; Renewable Energy
 
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Chinonso Nwanevu, Segun Samuel Oladipo and Abidemi Obatoyinbo Ajayi. Designing effective policy frameworks for the implementation of microgrids in developing countries: Opportunities, challenges and pathways to sustainable energy access. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 2024, 24(1), 1279-1294. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2024.24.1.3078

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