The document is an announcement for the 11th Mass. Green Careers Conference on September 20 at the MassWildlife HQ in Westborough, MA. It discusses how public power utilities can help advance climate action through more localized decision making and investments in green initiatives. Examples provided include completely decarbonizing power supplies by 2022, incentivizing electric vehicles and heat pumps, and creating net-zero communities. The types of jobs available in public power utilities are also listed.
Kigali | Sep-15 | Off-grid Energy in MalawiSmart Villages
By Joseph Kalowekamo
To help collect and distil the knowledge and experience from the last 15 months of engagement in East Africa, a concluding workshop was held in Kigali, Rwanda. The workshop brought together over 40 government representatives and other key stakeholders from across the region to share information on progress and remaining challenges, and to reflect on lessons learned.
More info: http://e4sv.org/events/east-africa-workshop/
1) The September 2010 Green Needham meeting covered updates on local green energy projects, partnerships, and a presentation on installing solar panels in homes.
2) Green projects discussed included completing a wind study at the recycling center, pursuing solar power at the recycling center, and working to qualify Needham for state green community grants.
3) Local partners supporting green initiatives were recognized and included groups focused on the rail trail, green kids programs, biking, community farming, and woods/waters conservation. A presentation on residential solar installation was given by Sunshine Solar.
The document summarizes federal sustainable communities assistance opportunities from the EPA, HUD, and DOT. It discusses existing programs that provide funding for transportation, housing, economic development, and community planning. It also outlines new programs that aim to coordinate policies across agencies to support sustainable development through grants, loans, and climate policy initiatives. The overall goal is to make sustainable communities the primary style of development in the U.S. through integrated funding and partnership across federal agencies.
Hydropower generates electricity from moving water using generators and is one of the oldest and most efficient forms of energy production, contributing 24% of the world's electricity. It is a renewable source that produces the most electricity in the United States, providing power for over 1 billion people worldwide and 35 million households in the US. While hydropower is renewable and does not produce air pollution, it requires dams that can disrupt river ecosystems.
Solar Lighting is Transforming Lives in Rural East AfticaBill Nussey
I was excited to speak at the annual Net Impact conference on how the technology of solar lighting, solar home systems, and solar irrigation are transforming lives across Africa. The full document and notes from my presentation can be found at:
The document discusses the challenges of climate change from global to local levels. It outlines the goals of the Marches Energy Agency to promote sustainable energy and address climate change through energy efficiency, renewable energy generation, and low carbon transportation. While climate change poses the most serious threat, transitioning to sustainable practices can provide wider benefits to human health and well-being. However, the UK is not on track to meet its emissions reduction targets, and individual and systemic changes are needed to address this global challenge.
Hydroelectric energy is a renewable and clean form of energy generated from falling or flowing water that produces no greenhouse gases or other pollution, and provides up to 20% of the world's electricity, being widely used in countries like China, Brazil, Canada, and the United States. It is one of the most cost-effective forms of energy, with lower operational and maintenance costs than nuclear or oil.
The document is an announcement for the 11th Mass. Green Careers Conference on September 20 at the MassWildlife HQ in Westborough, MA. It discusses how public power utilities can help advance climate action through more localized decision making and investments in green initiatives. Examples provided include completely decarbonizing power supplies by 2022, incentivizing electric vehicles and heat pumps, and creating net-zero communities. The types of jobs available in public power utilities are also listed.
Kigali | Sep-15 | Off-grid Energy in MalawiSmart Villages
By Joseph Kalowekamo
To help collect and distil the knowledge and experience from the last 15 months of engagement in East Africa, a concluding workshop was held in Kigali, Rwanda. The workshop brought together over 40 government representatives and other key stakeholders from across the region to share information on progress and remaining challenges, and to reflect on lessons learned.
More info: http://e4sv.org/events/east-africa-workshop/
1) The September 2010 Green Needham meeting covered updates on local green energy projects, partnerships, and a presentation on installing solar panels in homes.
2) Green projects discussed included completing a wind study at the recycling center, pursuing solar power at the recycling center, and working to qualify Needham for state green community grants.
3) Local partners supporting green initiatives were recognized and included groups focused on the rail trail, green kids programs, biking, community farming, and woods/waters conservation. A presentation on residential solar installation was given by Sunshine Solar.
The document summarizes federal sustainable communities assistance opportunities from the EPA, HUD, and DOT. It discusses existing programs that provide funding for transportation, housing, economic development, and community planning. It also outlines new programs that aim to coordinate policies across agencies to support sustainable development through grants, loans, and climate policy initiatives. The overall goal is to make sustainable communities the primary style of development in the U.S. through integrated funding and partnership across federal agencies.
Hydropower generates electricity from moving water using generators and is one of the oldest and most efficient forms of energy production, contributing 24% of the world's electricity. It is a renewable source that produces the most electricity in the United States, providing power for over 1 billion people worldwide and 35 million households in the US. While hydropower is renewable and does not produce air pollution, it requires dams that can disrupt river ecosystems.
Solar Lighting is Transforming Lives in Rural East AfticaBill Nussey
I was excited to speak at the annual Net Impact conference on how the technology of solar lighting, solar home systems, and solar irrigation are transforming lives across Africa. The full document and notes from my presentation can be found at:
The document discusses the challenges of climate change from global to local levels. It outlines the goals of the Marches Energy Agency to promote sustainable energy and address climate change through energy efficiency, renewable energy generation, and low carbon transportation. While climate change poses the most serious threat, transitioning to sustainable practices can provide wider benefits to human health and well-being. However, the UK is not on track to meet its emissions reduction targets, and individual and systemic changes are needed to address this global challenge.
Hydroelectric energy is a renewable and clean form of energy generated from falling or flowing water that produces no greenhouse gases or other pollution, and provides up to 20% of the world's electricity, being widely used in countries like China, Brazil, Canada, and the United States. It is one of the most cost-effective forms of energy, with lower operational and maintenance costs than nuclear or oil.
Access to clean and affordable modern energy is critical to fostering lasting social and economic development and to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). How do we bring this to our classrooms?
This document presents research on the feasibility of using biomass as a source of rural electrification in India. It discusses how rural India, comprising 70% of the population, has lacked infrastructure development and access to electricity. Electrification is seen as key to poverty alleviation, economic growth, and human development. The research will study various rural electrification schemes in India, analyze the viability of distributed generation systems using biomass, and conduct a feasibility study of a biomass-based power project. Biomass has potential as a renewable source but projects face weaknesses in terms of fuel availability and price fluctuations, while opportunities exist in government incentives for renewable energy.
Houston aims to transition to renewable energy sources by 2050 by replacing metro buses with electric buses, increasing solar, wind, and hydroelectric power generation, and promoting alternative fuels like ethanol to meet energy demands in a cleaner, safer, and more affordable manner while reducing environmental harm.
A presentation about community energy, supporting the talk given by Matt Hastings at the Eden Project, as part of the Big Lunch Extras programme. Matt is a national award winning energy and sustainability professional with nearly 10 years experience in the energy sector, including at the Eden Project. He is currently Head of Glow Cornwall at British Gas Business. Find out more about Big Lunch Extras at www.biglunchextras.com
The document discusses strategies for creating an inclusive green economy through clean energy initiatives. It describes Clean Energy Works Portland, which aims to improve the energy efficiency of 100,000 homes and create 10,000 jobs over 10 years. It also discusses opportunities in urban manufacturing of green technology, restructuring waste and recycling into a greener industry, and the role foundations can play in supporting a green economy through career training and strategic investments.
The document discusses the future of energy sources for cities as fossil fuel usage will likely lead to an energy crisis this century. To prepare for this, companies are inventing new ways to extract renewable energy from sources like solar, wind, and biomass. While these alternative energy sources may help address growing energy needs, questions remain around their viability at scale and whether they can truly replace fossil fuels and nuclear power, which also carry health and environmental risks. More research and investment is needed to determine renewable energy's potential to solve our energy problems.
The document declares 2012 as the International Year of Sustainable Energy for All and discusses various renewable and non-renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydropower, biomass, nuclear, and fossil fuels. It notes that 20% of the global population lacks access to electricity and 2.7 billion people depend on wood, charcoal or animal waste for energy, advocating for a sustainable "Energy Plus" approach to provide energy access for the poor.
This document discusses sustainable energy in schools and communities. It focuses on community bridging organizations, environmental champions, and funding sources that can support sustainable energy projects at the national, regional, and local levels. Specific examples mentioned include Ireland's only community-owned wind farm that was established in 1999 and now provides power to 2,500 homes. The document also notes that measuring energy consumption in Irish communities, partnering with communities to promote greening, and doing deep interventions with some communities has helped save over 5,000 tons of carbon dioxide in Ballina and create more sustainable communities.
By 2050, 8 billion people will live in cities, placing increasing pressure on resources and the environment. Future cities will need to cut energy consumption through sustainable design like passive housing and dense, mixed-use neighborhoods to reduce emissions. New mobility systems using real-time data and shared infrastructure can replace car dependency. Parametric design connecting cities to their environments can help achieve sustainability goals. However, integrating growing informal settlements of 2 billion new "squatters" by 2030 into prosperous, socially inclusive cities will be a challenge requiring regenerating existing communities over rebuilding.
This document discusses the emergence of the green economy concept and its relevance to corporate strategy. It notes that issues like global warming, climate change, rising sea levels, fresh water shortages, and growing unemployment are driving the need for a green economy. It also discusses social crises like widespread poverty, undernourishment, and lack of education. While efficiency has increased in some areas like housing and vehicles, total consumption and environmental impacts continue rising due to factors like increasing home and car sizes.
This document discusses the emergence of the green economy concept and its relevance to corporate strategy. It notes that issues like global warming, climate change, rising sea levels, fresh water shortages, and growing unemployment are driving the need for a green economy approach. Additionally, it highlights social justice issues like widespread poverty, undernourishment, and lack of education. While some efficiency gains have been made in areas like housing and transportation, total consumption and resource use continues to rise due to factors like increasing home and car sizes, leading to ongoing environmental pressures.
From Drive Oregon's September networking event, "Driving on Sunshine: Market Opportunities at the Intersection of Electric Vehicles and Solar Power"
Presented by Keith Knowles, Regional Sales Manager in Oregon at SolarCity
A short presentation given to colleagues based on initial deconstruction research in Syracuse, NY. Understanding/knowledge was greatly developed during an internship.
Integrated watershed management chiang mai 11.3.11riel-presents
This document outlines Andrew Campbell's experience in watershed management in Australia over 30 years and reflects on different approaches taken. It discusses the evolution from local landcare groups in the 1980s-1990s, to regional catchment organizations in the 1990s-2000s, to a more targeted asset-based investment approach since 2007. However, these approaches were implemented sequentially rather than in parallel, which was a mistake as they are complementary. Good governance that integrates across sectors, scales and basins is now needed to address interconnected challenges like climate change, carbon, water, energy and food.
Ireland relies heavily on energy imports and has high carbon intensity, ranking low in EU comparisons. Climate change poses risks while dependence on imports impacts economic security. Ireland can invest in energy efficiency and renewables to boost jobs and competitiveness while improving security. Options like efficiency, renewables and community-owned wind power offer benefits over fossil fuels in terms of costs, climate impact and security of supply.
The Olmsted County Solar Initiative aims to install solar panels at Mayo High School through community fundraising efforts. The 6kW photovoltaic system would offset carbon emissions and educate students on green energy. Funding would come from donations from high schools, local businesses, foundations and community members. Over 30 years, the solar panels are expected to generate 183,000 kWh of energy and offset 3,660,000 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions, while educating generations of students.
Steve Westly, Managing Partner, The Westly GroupMichael Flynn
Steve Westly presented on how California can lead the clean tech revolution. The presentation discussed the growing problems of climate change and pollution, and how California is addressing these issues through policies like AB 32 and Proposition 71 as well as private sector clean tech investing. Westly argued clean tech is a major global phenomenon, with innovations in areas like electric cars, solar power, and renewable energy. However, he noted China is also a major player in clean tech and questioned whether it will be a partner or competitor to California.
This document discusses China's role in addressing climate change and transitioning to a greener economy. It notes that China has surpassed the United States to become the largest carbon emitter and its coal use for electricity is projected to increase threefold. However, it argues that China is well positioned to transition due to advantages like centralized long-term planning, willingness to experiment and learn from other countries, and motivation to change on a large scale. Specific policies and technologies mentioned that could help China reduce emissions include energy efficiency, ecocities, carbon pricing, clean coal, and engaging cultural bridges and storytellers to build support for the transition.
This document summarizes lessons learned from rural electrification initiatives in developing countries. It discusses how 1.1 billion people still lack access to electricity, most living in rural areas of developing regions. Decentralized solutions like solar home systems and mini-grids are being deployed to expand access using renewable energy. However, initiatives face financial, technical and policy challenges. The document reviews initiatives in eight countries to identify lessons that can improve future projects. It stresses that universal electrification by 2030 will not be achieved without changes to models, practices and supportive policy frameworks.
This document summarizes lessons learned from rural electrification initiatives in developing countries. It discusses how 1.1 billion people still lack access to electricity, most living in rural areas of developing regions. Decentralized solutions like solar home systems and mini-grids are being deployed to expand access using renewable energy. However, challenges remain around technical issues, financing, demand forecasting, community participation, and policy support. The document reviews initiatives in 8 countries to identify lessons that can help overcome barriers and achieve the UN goal of universal electricity access by 2030. Key success factors discussed include integrated planning, stable policy frameworks, innovative business models, and cooperation across technical, social and financial domains.
Access to clean and affordable modern energy is critical to fostering lasting social and economic development and to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). How do we bring this to our classrooms?
This document presents research on the feasibility of using biomass as a source of rural electrification in India. It discusses how rural India, comprising 70% of the population, has lacked infrastructure development and access to electricity. Electrification is seen as key to poverty alleviation, economic growth, and human development. The research will study various rural electrification schemes in India, analyze the viability of distributed generation systems using biomass, and conduct a feasibility study of a biomass-based power project. Biomass has potential as a renewable source but projects face weaknesses in terms of fuel availability and price fluctuations, while opportunities exist in government incentives for renewable energy.
Houston aims to transition to renewable energy sources by 2050 by replacing metro buses with electric buses, increasing solar, wind, and hydroelectric power generation, and promoting alternative fuels like ethanol to meet energy demands in a cleaner, safer, and more affordable manner while reducing environmental harm.
A presentation about community energy, supporting the talk given by Matt Hastings at the Eden Project, as part of the Big Lunch Extras programme. Matt is a national award winning energy and sustainability professional with nearly 10 years experience in the energy sector, including at the Eden Project. He is currently Head of Glow Cornwall at British Gas Business. Find out more about Big Lunch Extras at www.biglunchextras.com
The document discusses strategies for creating an inclusive green economy through clean energy initiatives. It describes Clean Energy Works Portland, which aims to improve the energy efficiency of 100,000 homes and create 10,000 jobs over 10 years. It also discusses opportunities in urban manufacturing of green technology, restructuring waste and recycling into a greener industry, and the role foundations can play in supporting a green economy through career training and strategic investments.
The document discusses the future of energy sources for cities as fossil fuel usage will likely lead to an energy crisis this century. To prepare for this, companies are inventing new ways to extract renewable energy from sources like solar, wind, and biomass. While these alternative energy sources may help address growing energy needs, questions remain around their viability at scale and whether they can truly replace fossil fuels and nuclear power, which also carry health and environmental risks. More research and investment is needed to determine renewable energy's potential to solve our energy problems.
The document declares 2012 as the International Year of Sustainable Energy for All and discusses various renewable and non-renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, hydropower, biomass, nuclear, and fossil fuels. It notes that 20% of the global population lacks access to electricity and 2.7 billion people depend on wood, charcoal or animal waste for energy, advocating for a sustainable "Energy Plus" approach to provide energy access for the poor.
This document discusses sustainable energy in schools and communities. It focuses on community bridging organizations, environmental champions, and funding sources that can support sustainable energy projects at the national, regional, and local levels. Specific examples mentioned include Ireland's only community-owned wind farm that was established in 1999 and now provides power to 2,500 homes. The document also notes that measuring energy consumption in Irish communities, partnering with communities to promote greening, and doing deep interventions with some communities has helped save over 5,000 tons of carbon dioxide in Ballina and create more sustainable communities.
By 2050, 8 billion people will live in cities, placing increasing pressure on resources and the environment. Future cities will need to cut energy consumption through sustainable design like passive housing and dense, mixed-use neighborhoods to reduce emissions. New mobility systems using real-time data and shared infrastructure can replace car dependency. Parametric design connecting cities to their environments can help achieve sustainability goals. However, integrating growing informal settlements of 2 billion new "squatters" by 2030 into prosperous, socially inclusive cities will be a challenge requiring regenerating existing communities over rebuilding.
This document discusses the emergence of the green economy concept and its relevance to corporate strategy. It notes that issues like global warming, climate change, rising sea levels, fresh water shortages, and growing unemployment are driving the need for a green economy. It also discusses social crises like widespread poverty, undernourishment, and lack of education. While efficiency has increased in some areas like housing and vehicles, total consumption and environmental impacts continue rising due to factors like increasing home and car sizes.
This document discusses the emergence of the green economy concept and its relevance to corporate strategy. It notes that issues like global warming, climate change, rising sea levels, fresh water shortages, and growing unemployment are driving the need for a green economy approach. Additionally, it highlights social justice issues like widespread poverty, undernourishment, and lack of education. While some efficiency gains have been made in areas like housing and transportation, total consumption and resource use continues to rise due to factors like increasing home and car sizes, leading to ongoing environmental pressures.
From Drive Oregon's September networking event, "Driving on Sunshine: Market Opportunities at the Intersection of Electric Vehicles and Solar Power"
Presented by Keith Knowles, Regional Sales Manager in Oregon at SolarCity
A short presentation given to colleagues based on initial deconstruction research in Syracuse, NY. Understanding/knowledge was greatly developed during an internship.
Integrated watershed management chiang mai 11.3.11riel-presents
This document outlines Andrew Campbell's experience in watershed management in Australia over 30 years and reflects on different approaches taken. It discusses the evolution from local landcare groups in the 1980s-1990s, to regional catchment organizations in the 1990s-2000s, to a more targeted asset-based investment approach since 2007. However, these approaches were implemented sequentially rather than in parallel, which was a mistake as they are complementary. Good governance that integrates across sectors, scales and basins is now needed to address interconnected challenges like climate change, carbon, water, energy and food.
Ireland relies heavily on energy imports and has high carbon intensity, ranking low in EU comparisons. Climate change poses risks while dependence on imports impacts economic security. Ireland can invest in energy efficiency and renewables to boost jobs and competitiveness while improving security. Options like efficiency, renewables and community-owned wind power offer benefits over fossil fuels in terms of costs, climate impact and security of supply.
The Olmsted County Solar Initiative aims to install solar panels at Mayo High School through community fundraising efforts. The 6kW photovoltaic system would offset carbon emissions and educate students on green energy. Funding would come from donations from high schools, local businesses, foundations and community members. Over 30 years, the solar panels are expected to generate 183,000 kWh of energy and offset 3,660,000 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions, while educating generations of students.
Steve Westly, Managing Partner, The Westly GroupMichael Flynn
Steve Westly presented on how California can lead the clean tech revolution. The presentation discussed the growing problems of climate change and pollution, and how California is addressing these issues through policies like AB 32 and Proposition 71 as well as private sector clean tech investing. Westly argued clean tech is a major global phenomenon, with innovations in areas like electric cars, solar power, and renewable energy. However, he noted China is also a major player in clean tech and questioned whether it will be a partner or competitor to California.
This document discusses China's role in addressing climate change and transitioning to a greener economy. It notes that China has surpassed the United States to become the largest carbon emitter and its coal use for electricity is projected to increase threefold. However, it argues that China is well positioned to transition due to advantages like centralized long-term planning, willingness to experiment and learn from other countries, and motivation to change on a large scale. Specific policies and technologies mentioned that could help China reduce emissions include energy efficiency, ecocities, carbon pricing, clean coal, and engaging cultural bridges and storytellers to build support for the transition.
This document summarizes lessons learned from rural electrification initiatives in developing countries. It discusses how 1.1 billion people still lack access to electricity, most living in rural areas of developing regions. Decentralized solutions like solar home systems and mini-grids are being deployed to expand access using renewable energy. However, initiatives face financial, technical and policy challenges. The document reviews initiatives in eight countries to identify lessons that can improve future projects. It stresses that universal electrification by 2030 will not be achieved without changes to models, practices and supportive policy frameworks.
This document summarizes lessons learned from rural electrification initiatives in developing countries. It discusses how 1.1 billion people still lack access to electricity, most living in rural areas of developing regions. Decentralized solutions like solar home systems and mini-grids are being deployed to expand access using renewable energy. However, challenges remain around technical issues, financing, demand forecasting, community participation, and policy support. The document reviews initiatives in 8 countries to identify lessons that can help overcome barriers and achieve the UN goal of universal electricity access by 2030. Key success factors discussed include integrated planning, stable policy frameworks, innovative business models, and cooperation across technical, social and financial domains.
Sustainable Energy for All: Addressing Energy Poverty through InnovationChristo Ananth
Christo Ananth, Rajini K R Karduri, "Sustainable Energy for All: Addressing Energy Poverty through Innovation", International Journal of Advanced Research in Basic Engineering Sciences and Technology (IJARBEST), Volume 8,Issue 5,May 2022,pp 25-38
Renewable Energy Power Projects for Rural Electrification in IndiaMohit Sharma
As demand for energy is increasing around the world & in India, there is a positive growth trend coming in the renewable energy sector also. There are many rural and remote areas which are energy deficient.
Private companies are encouraged by Government creating opportunities by various governmental schemes like Rajiv Gandhi Grameen Vidyutikaran Yojna, Distributed Decentralized Generation and support in finance, distribution, technology, land, etc. As every area has its dynamics and differs from others in terms of topography, density of population and energy needs, there is a need of study for specific features related to a region (like a cluster of 19 villages in Gaya, Bihar requiring about 750kw Plant studied here) with the help of surveys, financial tools and earlier standards. Other renewable sources and areas are also covered in the book. The confidential information is edited-redacted.
Women in energy sector in the mena region rcreeeRCREEE
Introducing the latest perspectives on gender engagement in the workforce with specific focus on clean energy by Eng. Sara Ibrahim, RCREEE Senior Expert at Enabling Women in Sustainable Energy Field: A Step towards Sustainable Communities - Workshop on the side of
International Beirut Energy Forum on 25 September 2019.
Bangkok | Mar-17 | Women and their role in Smart villagesSmart Villages
Women play a key role in developing smart villages through entrepreneurship and providing sustainable solutions. They can help disseminate energy solutions through their community networks. Examples from countries like Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Cambodia show how women are providing off-grid solar power and clean water, generating income and investing in their communities. For smart villages to be inclusive and sustainable, women need access to education, financing, mentors, and an enabling environment that supports their economic participation and challenges social norms. Meeting basic needs, empowering women with assets and opportunities, and transforming underlying power structures are all part of developing smart villages that leave no one behind.
Why access to modern Energy is a necessary condition for Human Development?
MATIKE NGONG ROLLIN
Chairman of Global actions for local development Organizations,
Rural Energy_ Smoke-free, clean burning and ever available and affordable.H Janardan Prabhu
A “dual-fuel” society, i.e., a society in which the poor cooked with messy solid fuels in relatively inefficient stoves and the rich enjoyed clean gaseous fuels like LPG in efficient stoves. There was also little consciousness of the strong gender bias against
women in this shift of priorities. By and large, the cooking challenge was soon forgotten by donors, activists and technologists. In the real world, however, the overwhelming
majority of rural households and particularly their women had no option other than continuing with the arduous task of fuelwood gathering and cooking in an unhealthy environment.
Transitioning Rural Communities to Renewable Energy: Challenges and SuccessesChristo Ananth
This document summarizes the challenges and successes of transitioning rural communities to renewable energy. It discusses key challenges such as lack of infrastructure, financial constraints, and lack of technical expertise. It also highlights case studies where communities have overcome these challenges through technological innovations, community initiatives, government policies, and international support. The transition to renewable energy can provide significant benefits but requires concerted efforts across multiple stakeholders including governments, organizations, private sector, and communities.
Dominique MINIERE, EDF Senior Vice President, Deputy Chief Operating Officer and SFEN President, opened the 4th edition of Atoms for the Future. He welcomed the 250 participants coming from 13 countries with the very good news of the UK project which will see two EPRs being built on the Hinkley Point site. He emphasized the global need for electricity, especially in developing countries, and therefore the high potential for further nuclear development.
Schneider Electric is committed to promoting access to energy for all through its BipBop program, which takes an integrated approach to business, innovation, and developing people's skills. The program partners with investment funds to create companies providing electrical solutions tailored to those living at the base of the pyramid. It also trains young people in electrical skills and sponsors them. This holistic approach aims to create virtuous dynamics by linking business opportunities, responsible innovation to meet local needs, and skills development.
Shenggen Fan
2019 Global Food Policy Report and 2019 EAT-Lancet Report
Co-Organized by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands and IFPRI
JUN 4, 2019 - 02:30 PM TO 05:00 PM CEST
Discussion regarding developing a system that would allow regular people to participate in the generation, profitability, and administration of energy and power.
This document summarizes the benefits of rural electrification in developing countries. It discusses how rural electrification can provide lighting, which allows for increased study time for children, extended business hours, and greater security. Electricity is mainly used for lighting and TV in rural homes. Electrification can improve health by reducing indoor air pollution and increasing knowledge. It also leads to increased productivity from home businesses and agriculture. However, the poorest households often cannot afford the initial connection fee to access electricity from the grid. Off-grid renewable solutions provide alternatives but have limitations. Overall, rural electrification provides many social and economic benefits, but access barriers remain for the poorest populations.
The document discusses the issue of increasing global energy demand and reliance on fossil fuels, which contributes to climate change. It proposes increasing energy efficiency, renewable energy sources, and access to energy services by 2030. Specific initiatives are outlined to double energy efficiency, increase renewable energy's share, and ensure universal energy access through regional partnerships and platforms to accelerate adoption of efficient products, buildings, vehicles, and renewable energy development like the Africa Clean Energy Corridor. The initiatives aim to sustainably meet growing demand through cooperation across countries, businesses, and organizations.
The document proposes a sustainable community development project to provide renewable energy access for women's empowerment and poverty alleviation in the rural Guatemalan community of La Maquina. The project aims to introduce solar energy to reduce household energy costs, empower women by lessening domestic duties, and allow families to invest savings in education and development. Research methods like surveys and focus groups will assess energy needs and potential savings. The project framework is based on an Integral Human Development model that takes a holistic, participatory approach to identify community assets and address challenges like unequal access to infrastructure and services.
Cambridge | Jan-14 | The Smart Villages Initiative: OverviewSmart Villages
Presentation by John Holmes, EASAC, Smart Villages Technology Workshop, Cambridge 14 January 2014
The purpose of the workshop was to bring together leading UK researchers to discuss emerging technologies for the sustainable production and use of energy in rural communities in developing countries, and to take a ‘look ahead’ at scientific developments and technologies that might be influential over the next 10 - 20 years. It was held under the auspices of the ‘smart villages’ initiative, a three - year project to advance sustain able energy provision for development in off - grid villages in Africa, Asia and Latin America.
This document discusses the role of energy in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It states that the SDGs cannot be achieved without conservation and sustainable use of energy, as each goal requires energy. It then summarizes how access to affordable, reliable energy is essential for reducing poverty and hunger, improving health and education, achieving gender equality, ensuring access to water, supporting economic growth, enabling industrialization, promoting sustainable cities and communities, addressing climate change, and fostering global partnerships. The document emphasizes that sustainable energy development and cooperation between all nations is needed to achieve the energy-related targets of the SDGs and create a cleaner, more equitable world.
Similar to Channing Arndt, "LAUNCH EVENT: 2019 Global Food Policy Report" (20)
These set of slides were presented at the BEP Seminar "Targeting in Development Projects: Approaches, challenges, and lessons learned" held last Oct. 2, 2023 in Cairo, Egypt
Caitlin Welsh
POLICY SEMINAR
Food System Repercussions of the Russia-Ukraine War
2023 Borlaug Dialogue Breakout session
Co-organized by IFPRI and CGIAR
OCT 26, 2023 - 1:10 TO 2:10PM EDT
Joseph Glauber
POLICY SEMINAR
Food System Repercussions of the Russia-Ukraine War
2023 Borlaug Dialogue Breakout session
Co-organized by IFPRI and CGIAR
OCT 26, 2023 - 1:10 TO 2:10PM EDT
Antonina Broyaka
POLICY SEMINAR
Food System Repercussions of the Russia-Ukraine War
2023 Borlaug Dialogue Breakout session
Co-organized by IFPRI and CGIAR
OCT 26, 2023 - 1:10 TO 2:10PM EDT
Bofana, Jose. 2023. Mapping cropland extent over a complex landscape: An assessment of the best approaches across the Zambezi River basin. PowerPoint presentation given during the Project Inception Workshop, VIP Grand Hotel, Maputo, Mozambique, April 20, 2023
Mananze, Sosdito. 2023. Examples of remote sensing application in agriculture monitoring. PowerPoint presentation given during the Project Inception Workshop, VIP Grand Hotel, Maputo, Mozambique, April 20, 2023
This document discusses using satellite data and crop modeling to forecast crop yields in Mozambique. It summarizes previous studies conducted in the US, Argentina, and Brazil to test a remote sensing crop growth and simulation model (RS-CGSM) for predicting corn and soybean yields. For Mozambique, additional data is needed on crop cultivars, management practices, planting and harvest seasons. It also describes using earth observation data and machine learning models to forecast crop yields and conditions across many countries as part of the GEOGLAM program, though this is currently only implemented in South Africa for Africa. Finally, it mentions a production efficiency model for estimating yield from satellite estimates of gross primary production.
International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI). 2023. Statistics from Space: Next-Generation Agricultural Production Information for Enhanced Monitoring of Food Security in Mozambique. PowerPoint presentation given during the Project Kickoff Meeting (virtual), January 12, 2023
International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI). 2023. Statistics from Space: Next-Generation Agricultural Production Information for Enhanced Monitoring of Food Security in Mozambique. Component 1. Stakeholder engagement for impacts. PowerPoint presentation given during the Project Inception Workshop, VIP Grand Hotel, Maputo, Mozambique, April 20, 2023
Centro de Estudos de Políticas e Programas Agroalimentares (CEPPAG). 2023. Statistics from Space: Next-Generation Agricultural Production Information for Enhanced Monitoring of Food Security in Mozambique. Component 3. Digital collection of groundtruthing data. PowerPoint presentation given during the Project Inception Workshop, VIP Grand Hotel, Maputo, Mozambique, April 20, 2023
ITC/University of Twente. 2023. Statistics from Space: Next-Generation Agricultural Production Information for Enhanced Monitoring of Food Security in Mozambique. Component 2. Enhanced area sampling frames. PowerPoint presentation given during the Project Inception Workshop, VIP Grand Hotel, Maputo, Mozambique, April 20, 2023
Christina Justice
IFPRI-AMIS SEMINAR SERIES
A Look at Global Rice Markets: Export Restrictions, El Niño, and Price Controls
Co-organized by IFPRI and Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS)
OCT 18, 2023 - 9:00 TO 10:30AM EDT
Rice is the most consumed cereal in Senegal, accounting for 34% of total cereal consumption. Per capita consumption is 80-90kg annually, though there is an urban-rural divide. While domestic production has doubled between 2010-2021, it still only meets 40% of demand. As a result, Senegal imports around 1 million tons annually, mainly from India and Thailand. Several public policies aim to incentivize domestic production and stabilize prices, though rice remains highly exposed to international price shocks due to its importance in consumption and reliance on imports.
Abdullah Mamun and Joseph Glauber
IFPRI-AMIS SEMINAR SERIES
A Look at Global Rice Markets: Export Restrictions, El Niño, and Price Controls
Co-organized by IFPRI and Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS)
OCT 18, 2023 - 9:00 TO 10:30AM EDT
Shirley Mustafa
IFPRI-AMIS SEMINAR SERIES
A Look at Global Rice Markets: Export Restrictions, El Niño, and Price Controls
Co-organized by IFPRI and Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS)
OCT 18, 2023 - 9:00 TO 10:30AM EDT
Joseph Glauber
IFPRI-AMIS SEMINAR SERIES
A Look at Global Rice Markets: Export Restrictions, El Niño, and Price Controls
Co-organized by IFPRI and Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS)
OCT 18, 2023 - 9:00 TO 10:30AM EDT
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- Domestic rice prices in Myanmar have closely tracked Thai export prices, suggesting strong linkages between domestic and international markets.
- Simulations of a 10% decrease in rice productivity and a 0.4 million ton increase in exports in 2022-2023 resulted in a 33% increase in domestic prices, a 5% fall in production, and a 10% drop in consumption, with poor households suffering the largest declines in rice consumption of 12-13%.
Bedru Balana, Research Fellow, IFPRI, presented these slides at the AAAE2023 Conference, Durban, South Africa, 18-21 September 2023. The authors acknowledged the contributions of CGIAR Initiative on National Policies and Strategies, Google, the International Rescue Committee, IFPRI, and USAID.
Sara McHattie
IFPRI-AMIS SEMINAR SERIES
Facilitating Anticipatory Action with Improved Early Warning Guidance
Co-organized by IFPRI and Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS)
SEP 26, 2023 - 9:00 TO 10:30AM EDT
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3. ▪ Energy is crucial to achieving the Sustainable
Development Goals and ensuring durable rural
growth and development.
▪ But, almost one billion people, most living in
rural areas of Africa and South Asia, still lack
access to electricity.
▪ Due to costs declines, together with high solar
potential distributed across many rural areas,
genuine potential exists to ensure access to
electricity for all by 2030.
Challenges and Opportunities
4. Achieving Universal Access to Energy
(it won’t happen on its own)
▪ Packages of support—access to electricity plus the means to use it, such as
lighting and refrigeration—to generate larger development benefits for rural
communities.
▪ Rethink institutional models for the electricity sector including rural electrification.
▪ Beware of unintended consequences
▪ What are the implications of alternative approaches for women’s time use and empowerment?
▪ What are the environmental implications of, for example, very low marginal cost solar water pumping?
▪ With effort, fresh thinking, experimentation, and information sharing, the
enormous promise of the ongoing energy revolution can be realized to the benefit
of poor people in rural areas.