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. However, the integration of DERs into existing power systems requires careful regulatory considerations and advanced digital technologies. This webinar seeks Read more…
About the event This event will explore the critical link between reliable electricity access and effective healthcare delivery in Sub-Saharan Africa. An estimated 100,000 health facilities lack dependable electricity, hindering basic services like lighting, medical equipment operation, and vaccine and medication storage. The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the urgency of addressing Read more…
About the Event Over 600 million people in Africa currently lack electricity, and more than 930 million people do not have access to clean cooking fuels. Therefore, Africa has the lowest rates of energy access globally. To make modern energy available to everyone in Africa, we need to invest $25 Read more…
On August 4th, 2023, the ASR Talk on “Powering Progress: The Role of Regulation in Fast-Tracking Electricity Access” took center stage. During this dynamic session, we immersed ourselves in the regulatory frameworks of Uganda, which have significantly expedited electricity access. Our distinguished Guest Speaker, ENG. Ziria Tibalwa Waako added valuable Read more…
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On April 12th 2023, the ASR Team hosted Clemencia Torres de Mästle, Lead for the Global Facility for Mini Grids, Energy Sector Management Assistance Program, ESMAP, World Bank, for a very insightful discussion on Sustainable and Scalable Minigrid Business Models: The Way Forward. This event saw the active involvement of Read more…
Recordings The recording of the ASR Talk is now available: Watch here According to estimates by the mini-grid industry and well-known international organisations, more than 200,000 mini-grids must be deployed in Africa to achieve the goal of universal electricity access in the continent by 2030. Most of the large volume Read more…