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Advancing convergence research: Renewable energy solutions for off-grid communities
Emilio F Moran1, Maria Claudia Lopez2, Rachel Mourão3
1Center for Global Change and Earth Observations, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48823.
Summary
This study introduces a Convergence Framework, integrating engineering and social sciences, to deliver sustainable energy solutions for off-grid communities. It emphasizes community collaboration for equitable energy access and local development.
Area of Science:
- Sustainable Energy Solutions
- Transdisciplinary Research
- Community-Based Development
Background:
- Millions live off-grid due to rural location, low income, and lack of political power.
- Delivering sustainable energy requires more than technology, necessitating community knowledge integration.
- Underserved populations require holistic, collaborative solutions for energy access.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present an innovative Convergence Framework for delivering clean energy to off-grid communities.
- To illustrate the operationalization of this Framework in research within the Brazilian Amazon.
- To demonstrate the Framework's potential for advancing scientific knowledge and addressing community needs.
Main Methods:
- Developing a transdisciplinary Convergence Framework integrating engineering, social sciences, and communication.
- Collaborating with off-grid communities and stakeholders in the Brazilian Amazon.
- Co-creating hybrid renewable energy systems through community engagement.
Main Results:
- The Framework facilitates clean energy transitions and strengthens local industries.
- It fosters Global North-South scholarly collaborations through integrated social science and engineering.
- The approach prioritizes energy justice and governance for underserved populations.
Conclusions:
- The Convergence Framework offers a holistic, solution-driven approach to sustainable energy delivery.
- It effectively addresses the complex challenges of providing clean energy to off-grid communities.
- This model advances scientific understanding while meeting critical community needs.
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