Assessment of potential microgrid system comprising renewable energy in La Kasquita Community, Nicaragua

Nicaragua has potential renewable energy resources that can be used to bring electricity to rural communities. The government, with the help of NGOs, has implemented micro hydro systems without success due to a non-effective management and business models. To create a sustainable model, an assessment of a potential microgrid system in La Kasquita Community in Nicaragua has been performed. This assessment contains a community overview regarding economic activities, education, and potential household electrical consumption. This paper also outlines the community interest and similar projects that are being developed in the area. An assessment of the hydro, wind, and solar potential has been performed based on the energy requirements of the community. Finally, a model is proposed to meet the energy demand.