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-|Asian Regional Energy Initiative of [https://www.iei-asia.org/ International Energy Initiative] (IEI)
+|Asian Regional Energy Initiative of [https://www.iei-asia.org/ International Energy Initiative] (IEI); [https://greenempowerment.org/ Green Empowerment], [https://tonibung.org/ Tonibung] (Borneo (Malaysia), [https://sibat-apptech.org/ Sibat] (Philippines)
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 == Introduction ==
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	# '''Open-source technology can improve data analysis:''' SparkFun’s low-cost OpenLog device enabled large-capacity micro-SD cards to store numerous parameters at the required resolution for offline use. Python was used to analyze rural community load profiles and support system maintenance and troubleshooting by local partners.		# '''Open-source technology can improve data analysis:''' SparkFun’s low-cost OpenLog device enabled large-capacity micro-SD cards to store numerous parameters at the required resolution for offline use. Python was used to analyze rural community load profiles and support system maintenance and troubleshooting by local partners.
	# '''Technology limitations need to be considered:''' Building a high-data-rate network over several kilometers proved particularly challenging, compounded by infrastructure cost constraints and the objective of enabling local manufacturing.		# '''Technology limitations need to be considered:''' Building a high-data-rate network over several kilometers proved particularly challenging, compounded by infrastructure cost constraints and the objective of enabling local manufacturing.
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 The project also held discussions with micro-utility committees about the technologies and the types of businesses that could use additional energy to generate value for the community.
+[[File:WISIONS_smart_grids_for_small_grids2.png|alt=|right|500x500px]]
-The field-test results demonstrated potential for future social impacts through increased use of refrigerators or ice machines and pay-per-use washing machines, which can generate income for community members. [[File:WISIONS smart grids for small grids2.png|500x500px]]
+The field-test results demonstrated potential for future social impacts through increased use of refrigerators or ice machines and pay-per-use washing machines, which can generate income for community members.
 == Results ==
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 == Lessons Learned ==
-# '''Collaboration with local partners and communities matters:''' Local knowledge and community networks were invaluable to the project.
+# [[File:WISIONS smart grids for small grids3.png|thumb|500x500px]]'''Collaboration with local partners and communities matters:''' Local knowledge and community networks were invaluable to the project.
 # '''Effective communication requires multiple, appropriate tools and channels:''' Different communication channels, including wiki-based online instructions, worked well for communicating the circuit board assembly process to partner staff. Their feedback also helped improve the clarity and comprehensibility of the instructions.
 # '''Time management is critical:''' The project demonstrated the importance of allowing sufficient time for implementation, particularly for data collection and procurement.

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 The Smart Grids for Small Grids project aimed to improve the efficiency and reliability of small-scale renewable energy mini-grids using open-source load management devices to monitor and control energy use in communities. The project addressed intermittent energy use in many off-grid environments, where communities commonly experience a power deficit during peak consumption hours and a large power surplus during off-peak hours. Power deficits can lead to service interruptions at times when electricity is most needed, while off-peak surpluses reduce the financial viability of the system because the energy does not generate any value for community members.

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 |Partners Involved:
 |Asian Regional Energy Initiative of [https://www.iei-asia.org/ International Energy Initiative] (IEI)
-Green Empowerment  [https://greenempowerment.org]
+Green Empowerment , [https://tonibung.org/ Tonibung] (Borneo (Malaysia), [https://sibat-apptech.org/ Sibat] (Philippines)
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