Off-Grid Microgrid Design and Planning

Instructor: Minoo Shariat-Zadeh Duration: 1.5 hours Course Title: Off-Grid Microgrid Case Study: Empowering Indigenous Community with Reliable and Sustainable Energy Solutions Let's focus on planning and designing an off-grid microgrid tailored for a remote community. A Case Study in Off-grid Indigenous Community Microgrid Design and Planning is a minicourse tailored for aspiring young engineers, engineers-in-training, and clean energy advocates passionate about energy solutions. The course focuses on planning, and designing an off-grid microgrid tailored for a rural and remote community. Through the use of a case study, this course immerses students in the challenges and practicalities of creating self-sufficient energy systems for isolated locations. Participants will examine the unique requirements of islanded microgrids while considering the economic, environmental, and cultural factors that influence design choices. Participants will also learn to navigate the complexities of working in challenging environments with limited infrastructure and resources. Learning Objectives: - Understand the design process for islanded microgrids, focusing on feasibility studies and their application in remote, off-grid communities. - Analyze real-world case studies to identify the challenges and successes of implementing microgrids in isolated settings. - Explore the integration of renewable energies & energy storage solutions to optimize microgrid performance & ensure reliability in off-grid environments. - Assess the economic, environmental & cultural considerations involved in designing energy solutions for remote communities. - Develop problem-solving skills & critical thinking by applying theoretical knowledge to real-world, islanded microgrid scenarios. Instructor: Minoo Shariat-Zadeh, PEng, SM-IEEE