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Modelling RE Generation for Mini-grids
From
27 April, 2026
To
1 May, 2026
Tuition
$1950
Venue
Golden Peacock Hotel, Lilongwe
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This is a 5-day training course that dwells on modelling renewable energy generation for a mini-grid. The course focuses on assessing potential solar PV generation capacity for a mini-grid. The course provides techniques for determining and modelling the solar PV generation levels to determine appropriate sizes of a solar PV plant and the distribution network. Participants in this course therefore learn various parameters, data collection templates and software employed in modelling the potential size of a solar PV plant and the distribution network. Participants get an opportunity to visit a mini-grid site and interact with the owners/operators.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
Through successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand how to carry out a site assessment for a mini-grid
- Know how to conduct a solar PV energy resource assessment
- Apply techniques and tools for determining optimal mini-grid sizes
- Become familiar with EPC scope of works for mini-grids
- Make informed decisions on installation, operations and maintenance of mini-grids
COURSE CONTENT
Site Reconnaissance
- Why site matters for a mini-grid project
- Factors to consider in choosing site
- Data collection for site selection
- Field surveys for demand assessment
- Off-grid mapping tools
Renewable Energy Resource Assessment
- Why assess resource availability
- Key parameters and data sources for resource assessment
- Renewable resource assessment tools
- Estimation of annual energy yield
Establishing the Total System Size
- Sizing the mini-grid generation system
- The role of productive use in mini-grid sizing
- The role of demand side management in mini-grid sizing
- Sizing the distribution system
The EPC Scope of Work
- The mini-grid design philosophy
- Bill of quantities
- Procuring and contracting EPC
- Best practices in procurement e.g., DART
Installation, Operation, and Maintenance
- Managing installation and tests,
- Contractor timelines and quality
- Permits and licensing
- Art of community management
- Best practices in operating and maintaining mini-grids
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Planners, Engineers, Economists, Financial Experts, Auditors, Board members, and all staff from:
- Mini-grid developers
- Utilities
- Regulators
- Municipal, provincial, and state governments
- International organisations
- Other private and public sector institutions with an interest in mini-gris
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