The uncertainties in regulatory frameworks and lack of clear policies can make it challenging for microgrid operators to secure financing and manage sustained operations, hampering the long-term sustainability of these projects, impeding their ability to provide reliable and. The uncertainties in regulatory frameworks and lack of clear policies can make it challenging for microgrid operators to secure financing and manage sustained operations, hampering the long-term sustainability of these projects, impeding their ability to provide reliable and. MGs integrate renewable energy sources (RES), such as solar and wind power, which offer several advantages, including improved reliability, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. However, their widespread adoption is challenged by issues related to economic feasibility, energy management, and. The IEEE Standard 2030. 7-2017 defines microgrids as flexible systems of interconnected loads and distributed energy resources (DERs), such as solar panels, wind turbines, and battery energy storage systems. A microgrid is a small-scale power generation and distribution system that functions as. Microgrids have emerged as a key element in the transition towards sustainable and resilient energy systems by integrating renewable sources and enabling decentralized energy management. This systematic review, conducted using the PRISMA methodology, analyzed 74 peer-reviewed articles from a total. Today, there are a host of challenges preventing the expansion of smart microgrids; but the good news is that there are paths available to address many of these challenges—and there are more solutions in development. As extreme weather events grow more frequent and cyber threats more sophisticated, today's grid, designed.