Authors : Basel Ahmed Syed

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 2 - February

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14964305

Abstract : In emerging economies, urban sustainability is a significant challenge due to rapid urbanization, unpredictable power access, and increasing demand for energy. Conventional centralized power grids fail to provide consistent energy, which causes power outages and instability. This study explores the potential of community-driven microgrid systems as a sustainable solution for urban areas in emerging economies. By integrating renewable energy sources like solar and wind, microgrids offer a more decentralized, reliable, and eco-friendly power source. The study investigates the technical, financial, and policy frameworks needed to scale these solutions, including challenges and best practices for successful implementation.

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