"Mini-Grids for Rural Electrification of Developing Countries..." ed. by Subhes C. Bhattacharyya, Debajit Palit (Repost)

This book provides state-of-the art technical knowledge on mini-grids and micro-grids including renewable energy integration (or green mini-grids), smart systems for integration with the central grid, and standardization of systems.

The book presents essential analytical frameworks and approaches that can be used to analyze the mini-grids comprehensively including their techno-economic aspects, financial viability and regulatory issues.

The book's multi-disciplinary approach facilitates understanding of the relevant practical dimensions of mini-grid systems, such as demand creation (through interventions in livelihood generation and value chain development), financing, regulation, and smart system design.

The book will be of interest to researchers, graduate students, practitioners and policy makers working in the area of rural electrification in developing countries.

Contents
Foreword
Preface
1 Introduction
Part I: Mini-Grid Concepts and Challenges
2 Suite of Off-Grid Options in South Asia
3 Technical Aspects of Mini-Grids for Rural Electrification
4 Smart Design of Stand-Alone Solar PV System for Off Grid Electrification Projects
5 Analytical Frameworks and an Integrated Approach for Mini-Grid-Based Electrification
6 Demand Management for Off-Grid Electricity Networks
7 Business Issues for Mini-Grid-Based Electrification in Developing Countries
Part II: Case Studies
8 Approach for Designing Solar Photovoltaic-Based Mini-Grid Projects: A Case Study from India
9 Renewable Energy-Based Mini-Grid for Rural Electrification: Case Study of an Indian Village
10 From SHS to Mini-Grid-Based Off-Grid Electrification: A Case Study of Bangladesh
11 Application of Multi-criteria Decision Aids for Selection of Off-Grid Renewable Energy Technology Solutions for Decentralised Electrification
12 Energising Rural India Using Distributed Generation: The Case of Solar Mini-Grids in Chhattisgarh State, India
13 Poverty Amidst Plenty: Renewable Energy-Based Mini-Grid Electrification in Nepal
14 Viability of Husk-Based Mini-Grids in South Asia
15 Conclusions
About the Editors