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Powering Adaptation and Climate Justice: The Critical Role of Off-Grid Solar Technologies
The following paper showcases the climate impact potential of 5 off-grid solar technologies for hundreds of millions of the most climate-vulnerable people in the world, who have done the least to contribute to climate change. Solar energy kits (with communications appliances), solar irrigation, solar-powered fans, solar refrigeration units and solar-powered… Read More
Indian Market Outlook: Solar Lantern and Solar Home System
The decline of solar home systems (SHS) and lantern sales in India accompanied by the improved energy access has raised questions on the current state of the market and possible future role of lanterns and SHS in India. However, there is a paradox in the fact that despite the near… Read More
Productive Uses of Renewable Energy (PURE): Ethiopia Roadmap and Market Assessment
Productive Uses of Renewable Energy (PURE): Uganda Roadmap and Market Assessment
On this page Uganda Productive Use of Renewable Energy Market Assessment National Road Map on Scaling Up Productive Use of… Read More
Productive Uses of Renewable Energy (PURE): Handbook for Governments & Development Partners
In today’s interconnected and rapidly changing world, access to clean, modern, and reliable electricity is no longer a luxury but a fundamental necessity. Yet, as we stand at the forefront of technological advancements and scientific breakthroughs, it is disheartening to acknowledge that 675 million people worldwide still lack access to… Read More
Transforming India into a Global Solar DRE Manufacturing Hub: A Study into Market Requirements and Readiness
About 800 million people across the world live without adequate access to electricity. Solar decentralized renewable energy (DRE) products continue to be a focal point of electricity access, supporting the underserved areas in developing countries. Traditionally the large-scale manufacturing locations and consumer markets have been in China and Sub-Saharan Africa/South… Read More
Strengthening the Off-Grid Solar Electrification Market through Improved Policy and Advocacy in East Africa
About 800 million people across the world live without adequate access to electricity. Solar decentralized renewable energy (DRE) products continue to be a focal point of electricity access, supporting the underserved areas in developing countries. Traditionally the large-scale manufacturing locations and consumer markets have been in China and Sub-Saharan Africa/South… Read More
Economic Impact Assessment of VAT and Import Duty on SAS Products
Kenya through the Kenya National Electrification Strategy (KNES), 2018 identified Stand Alone Solar (SAS) as a preferred mode to electrify 1.9 million households by 2022 while recognizing that affordability would be a core barrier in this regard. In a setback to the sector, 2020 saw the introduction of new taxes… Read More
How End-User Subsidies Can Help Achieve Universal Energy Access
About 800 million people across the world live without adequate access to electricity. Solar decentralized renewable energy (DRE) products continue to be a focal point of electricity access, supporting the underserved areas in developing countries. Traditionally the large-scale manufacturing locations and consumer markets have been in China and Sub-Saharan Africa/South… Read More