In the remainder of this paper, Section 2 reviews the
functional approach to TIS and specifically the existing
literature applied in developing countries. Section 3 briefly
introduces the case, i.e., the mini-grid technology and Laos,
and describes our methodological approach. Based on the
results described in Section 4, Section 5 derives policy
recommendations and implications for the academic debate.
We conclude with Section 6, summarizing the key policy
recommendations.