The nexus of grids, mini-grids and off-grid options for expanding electricity access

A review of literature on the nexus between grid and off-grid electrification options and the enabling conditions to support each option

Abstract

The purpose of this knowledge paper is to present a review of literature on the nexus between grid and off-grid electrification options and the enabling conditions to support each option. Through a thorough review of available academic and practice-oriented literature, this paper provides a synthesis and interpretation of the grid and off-grid electrification debate for electricity access.

This research is part of the Energy and Economic Growth Applied Research Programme.

Citation

Subhes Bhattacharyya, Debajit Palit (2019) The nexus of grids, mini-grids and off-grid options for expanding electricity access. State of Knowledge paper series. Oxford Policy Management

The nexus of grids, mini-grids and off-grid options for expanding electricity access

Published 30 November 2019