Beyond the grid: photovoltaic electrification in rural Mexico

Solar energy analysis in use and implementation in Mexico: a review

“…González et al (2006) state that Mexico has actively invested in the designing and implementation of PV technology since the end of the 20th century. The working principle of this form of technology focuses on the use of solar arrays to convert radiation (Huacuz and Martínez, 1995; Huacuz and Agredano, 1998; Huacuz, 2005). The system is then connected to a grid that allows for the energy to be shared between the masses with its scale being divided into either utility scale, rooftop scale or building integrated scale (Mallett, 2007; Fuentes, 2002).…”

Citizen Engagement for Social and Technological Innovation in Sustainable Energy Systems

“…Genuine success may only become apparent later when participants see tangible outcomes that align with their expectations, which can inspire them to advocate for innovation within their communities. This has been demonstrated in experiences in Sierra Morena, [52] Mexico, [62,63] Bolivia, [59] and Morocco, [92] where the adaptation of technical solutions to local realities and active community involvement strengthened user engagement, ensured long-term commitment, and led to sustained program success. 4) Ethical considerations are equally important in public participation.…”

“…This included user-friendliness and flexible adaptability to their economic circumstances. [61] More than 10 million SHSs have been installed worldwide with fruitful programs such as those promoted in Mexico by Jorge Huacruz [62,63] or Sri Lanka by Lalith Gunaratnee, [57,64] all of them based on this standard, but adapted to the needs and expectations of their users. Many other examples were remarkable, as demonstrated in refs.…”

Electrification and rural development: issues of scale in distributed generation

“…85 Government policies that create a low-risk regulatory environment are crucial for helping grid-connected DG investors access finance. 23 While some governments have established rural electrification funds that provide loans directly to project developers, 86 a more common role for government actors is to establish a regulatory framework for DG that includes clear rules and procedures for licensing, contracts, and payments to generation companies. This is an indirect-but crucial-way that governments can help ensure that DG projects will be attractive to investors.…”

“…At the larger end of the DG spectrum, government actors often provide services that reduce capital costs for investors in grid‐connected DG—e.g., investing in research and development, implementing pilot projects or conducting feasibility studies, or subsidizing the costs of grid extension to DG projects (14‐0513 g). A much‐lauded program in Bangladesh leverages donor funding to provide low‐cost loans that allow electricity cooperatives to extend grid access to villages that would otherwise remain unserved by the national or state‐owned grid .…”