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ASR convenes regulators, policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers to foster dialogue, collaboration, and shared learning.
Through webinars, online conferences, and policy dialogues, ASR supports the development of practical, collective solutions to
common challenges in the energy sector.

July 15, 2026

Building Credible and Investment-Ready Regulatory Frameworks in Africa’s Energy Sector

A strong regulatory framework is essential for attracting investment, ensuring financial sustainability, protecting consumers, and supporting Africa’s energy transition. Yet many countries continue to face challenges related to tariff design, regulatory independence, enforcement, private sector participation, and the integration of emerging technologies.

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April 15, 2026

Accelerating Universal Adoption of Clean Cooking in Africa 

Co-organised by the Institute of Research in Technology (IIT-Comillas University) and the African School of Regulation (ASR), this webinar will introduce the new course, “New Approaches to Accelerate the Universal Adoption of Clean Cooking

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February 24, 2026

International online conference: Regulatory frameworks for the deployment and integration of solar energy in the power sector of African countries 

The African School of Regulation (ASR), in collaboration with the International Solar Alliance (ISA), is hosting a three-day, open, online, high-level conference to discuss how regulation can enable and promote the deployment and integration of solar electricity generation in African countries’ power sectors at scale and with sustainable

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February 18, 2026

Fit-for-Purpose Regulation

Utility regulation has evolved dramatically over the past five decades from prescriptive, compliance-driven frameworks to dynamic, performance-oriented models shaped by liberalization and market reforms. Today, African regulators face a new challenge: designing frameworks that are fit for purpose, tailored to the realities of diverse sectors, jurisdictions, and developmental stages

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February 4, 2026

Can she survive – or thrive? Rethinking the utility business model in the age of DERs

The African School of Regulation (ASR), in collaboration with Sustainable Energy Africa and GET.transform, hosted a webinar that explored how Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) were reshaping utility service delivery, remuneration, and regulation.

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July 1, 2026

Data Systems and Technology for Utility Regulators in Africa

The African School of Regulation (ASR), in collaboration with the African Forum for Utility Regulators (AFUR), hosted a continental webinar that explored how data systems and emerging technologies could support more transparent, efficient, and evidence-based regulation across Africa.

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December 3, 2025

Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) in the Context of Utility Regulation

The African School of Regulation (ASR), in collaboration with the African Forum for Utility Regulators (AFUR), the African Development Bank (AfDB), and the Energy for Growth Hub, hosted this webinar on Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) in the context of utility regulation.

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November 12, 2025

Tariff Determination Techniques and Subsidy Design in Utility Regulation

ASR and AFUR hosted a webinar exploring tariff determination and subsidy design, focusing on balancing cost recovery, affordability, and investment sustainability while protecting vulnerable consumers.

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October 1, 2025

The African Opportunity in Carbon Trading

This webinar will introduce carbon trading as a practical tool for supporting Africa’s clean energy transition. The webinar will explain how both compliance and voluntary carbon markets work and how renewable energy producers in Africa can earn revenue by selling carbon credits from emissions reductions. By highlighting opportunities in solar,

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May 22, 2025

Webinar: Regulating Energy Storage in Africa

The webinar explored regulatory challenges and opportunities for energy storage in Africa, highlighting policy frameworks, market incentives, and case studies to support investment and deployment.

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Workshop on Private Investment in Electricity Transmission | World Bank and IFC
April 1, 2025

Workshop on Private Investment in Electricity Transmission | World Bank and IFC

The African School of Regulation (ASR) was pleased to support a high-level workshop organized by the World Bank and International Finance Corporation (IFC) in Nairobi, focused on regulatory strategies to unlock private sector participation in electricity transmission infrastructure. The event was facilitated by ASR Interim Director, Prof. Ignacio Pérez-Arriaga, and

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January 29, 2025

ASR Talk: Global Pathways to Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: Financing Adaptation in Namibia and Beyond

This ASR Talk explored financing climate adaptation in Africa, drawing on lessons from Namibia to examine climate finance, resilient infrastructure, and international partnerships.

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November 26, 2024

Power Sector Regulation in Africa 10-Week Course: An Informational Session

Learn more about ASR’s upcoming 10-week Power Sector Regulation in Africa course in this exclusive informational session. We will delve into the course curriculum, expected learning outcomes, and how this course can help advance your career in energy regulation.

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November 6, 2024

Digital Pathways to Rooftop Solar Adoption: Integration and Regulatory Readiness in Africa

Africa faces a significant energy access challenge, with millions lacking reliable electricity and clean cooking facilities. Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), like rooftop solar, offer a promising solution to this problem.

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October 3, 2024

The Role of Appliance Regulation in a Growing Energy Market

Africa’s energy demand is projected to surge in the coming years, driven by population growth and economic development. Energy efficiency offers a key solution for managing this demand while reducing emissions and ensuring equitable access to electricity.

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October 30, 2024

New opportunities for electricity retailing activities in Africa

This webinar will explore the challenges and opportunities of electricity retailing in Africa. Traditionally, retailing has been a monopolistic activity controlled by the distribution network owner.

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December 10, 2024

Electrification of Healthcare Facilities in Africa

About the event The African School of Regulation (ASR) and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforAll) hosted an international online conference on the essential steps needed to electrify healthcare facilities in Africa. This high-level event explored regulatory interventions, business models, and financial strategies that could enable sustainable energy access, improve healthcare services, and contribute to achieving […]

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