Women working to create a more inclusive renewable energy space in East Africa
The renewable energy sector, a growing and innovative industry, is improving career opportunities for women and youth. Reliable and clean power also empowers female entrepreneurs to start businesses, further promoting diversity within communities. On International Women’s Day we want to take a moment to celebrate some of these successes, focusing on East Africa and what these amazing women have achieved. The energy transition is more than a technological shift; it's a chance to enhance social and economic inclusivity. This year’s theme, Accelerate Action, stresses the importance of taking swift and decisive steps to achieve gender equality.
From Obstacles to Opportunities: Ethiopia’s Movement Towards Diversity in Renewable Energy
The journey towards a diverse workforce in the renewable energy sector is filled with obstacles. However, thanks to the tireless work of organizations such as the Ethiopian Women in Energy Association (EWiEn) and SHEnergy, leaders like Lewam, and their collaborative partners, the vision of a sustainable and equitable future is increasingly within reach.
Female Micro-preneurs Fighting Poverty with Clean Energy
How can women in India and Nepal be empowered as micro-entrepreneurs to combat poverty, promote gender equality, and increase access to renewable energy?
Is access to mini-grids for productive use translating to improved lives for end users? What does this journey look like for customers who gain access to energy?
In our latest Power for All Podcast, we delve into making farming more productive and sustainable through renewable energy technologies. Our guest, Michael Maina from CLASP, discusses Productive Use of Energy (PUE) technologies in agriculture, including solar water pumps, walk-in cold rooms, refrigerators, and egg incubators.
In Ethiopia, Power For All has entered into a pivotal partnership with the Ethiopian Solar Energy Development Association (ESEDA). As part of this collaboration, Power For All is set to provide Technical Assistance to revise the customs handbook that was initially developed by ACE-TAF two years ago.
LONDON November 14, 2023 - In a significant recognition of its innovative efforts in renewable energy, Power for All’s Utilities 2.0 Project has been announced as the winner of the 2023 Ashden Award for Integrated Energy Africa. This accolade is a part of the globally acclaimed Ashden Awards, which acknowledge organizations at the forefront of tackling the world’s most pressing climate challenges.
Campaign calls for the Global North to expedite renewable energy access for Global South farmers, supporting a fair energy transition in agriculture.
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Step into the energy future of Uganda's maize sector with our video, showcasing the impact of decentralized renewable energy (DRE). Understand how DRE is not just enhancing efficiency but also transforming the lives of smallholder farmers, forging a path to a more sustainable and equitable future.