From Stress to Stability: Sustainable Thermal Pathways for Microgrid Resilience

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Microgrids are vital to expanding clean energy access across Africa, yet their reliability is often challenged by mismatched demand peaks, high thermal loads, and limited storage capacity. This webinar will explore how sustainable thermal technologies can ease pressure on microgrids through strategies such as load shifting, peak shaving, demand avoidance, and hybridisation.

We will examine innovative solutions including thermal storage, solar water distillation, solar-driven cooling, and low-energy indoor comfort systems. Drawing on insights from the CEPREC Project, the session will highlight how novel thermal devices and circular economy principles can strengthen microgrid resilience while delivering sustainable, affordable solutions for rural and underserved communities.

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