Microgrids using renewable energy generators and energy storage are being suggested as a solution to rural electrification for many developing countries, even those with existing transmission / distribution networks. This is being driven by the rapidly falling costs of both solar and energy storage. However, the technology is changing rapidly in this area and existing technical standards often do not address major parts of microgrids. It is important that standards be established to ensure the delivery of safe, reliable, affordable, and clean power in these remote communities. Another way to look at it is to treat microgrids as formal “utilities” rather than as a private remote power system with a few customers. This paper looks at existing IEC and IEEE Microgrid Standards, identifies gaps, and offers suggestions for additional technical standards in the following areas: project planning, solid-state inverters, energy storage, distribution system planning, meters, household wiring, system performance reporting, environmental, and decommissioning. This paper expands on work done with NRECA International and the International Finance Corporation for development of technical standards for ‘mini-grids’ in Tanzania. Formal results of the IFC study have been shared with stakeholders, but have not yet been formally published.