Eternal Light: Ingredients for Sustainable Off-Grid Energy Development

Based on their experience in small-scale, off-grid energy development projects, the authors have concluded that a “sustainability first” mindset is needed at the inception of any project. This article relates firsthand experiences that have inspired this mindset. The intention is to leave the reader with an appreciation for a holistic design approach that takes into consideration the technical, environmental, economic, social, and organizational aspects of sustainability that must be weighed and planned for.