Development of a solar-power-based nanogrid system for village huts in Haiti mountain area

Abstract

Most people living in the mountain areas of Haiti suffer from lack of electricity. In this paper, a nanogrid system based on solar power is designed to im prove their living conditions by enabling lighting and cell phone charging inside their residential huts. The nanogrid system consists of a controller board that routes power from the solar panel to separate loads through USB ports. Simulation and experimental validation of the system have been demonstrated and the authors have implemented the designed system in two huts in Haiti with satisfactory performance. The project helps with addressing the daily needs of people and provides an example of constructing nanogrid systems in areas with no access to the power grid.