An advanced draft of a policy brief with key issues and recommendations for consideration by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development during the process of review of the Renewable Energy Policy for Uganda. The paper was presented during the Regional Policy Dialogue on Sustainable and Renewable Energy- Mid-Albertine Graben Districts held at MIIKA Eco Resort Hotel, Hoima, 20th -21st November 2017. The dialogue was organized by Kibaale District Civil Society Organizations Network (KCSON) in collaboration with WWF-UCO and financial support from NORAD. It was attended by key stakeholders from the Northern-Albertine Graben, the Mid-Albertine Graben and the Southern-Albertine Graben regions.
A Civil Society Organization & Networks Position Paper with suggested Issues...Dr. Joshua Zake
This is a Renewable Energy CSOs & Network's Position Paper on the Uganda National Renewable Renewable Energy Policy, 2007. The major objective of the CSO Position Paper is to provide targeted recommendations for consideration during the Renewable Energy Policy, 2007 (MEMD, 2007) review by the MEMD.
The suggested recommendations are based on the CSO’s engagements in the energy sector at the national and local levels
This document outlines Indonesia's policies and plans related to clean energy development. It discusses Indonesia's long-term clean energy targets through 2050 as established in the National Energy Policy and Plan. It also describes the country's institutional framework for energy planning and coordination between different levels of government. Key areas of focus include energy efficiency, renewable energy resource mapping, electricity planning, and regulatory frameworks for the energy efficiency and electricity markets.
How JICA mobilizes private sector finance and investments for affordable and ...OECD Environment
BIAC-OECD Virtual Roundtable on mobilising private sector finance and investments for affordable and clean energy in developing countries, 26 October 2021
Vietnam has established long-term energy and climate goals to promote clean energy investments, including targets for renewable energy to reach 7% of total generation by 2020 and 10% by 2030. The country has also mapped its renewable energy resources such as solar, wind, biomass and small hydro potential. Vietnam's electricity market is governed by the Electricity Law and regulated by the Electricity Regulatory Authority, though the regulator lacks full independence. Key energy efficiency policies and regulations have been put in place to meet economy-wide targets, including the Energy Efficiency Law and minimum performance standards for designated energy-intensive industries.
A Civil Society Organization and Networks Position Paper with Suggested Issue...ENVIRONMENTALALERTEA1
This position paper is an output from several CSOs engagements coordinated by Environmental
Alert with financial support from Norad within the framework of ‘Increasing access to
sustainable and renewable energy alternatives in the AlbertineGraben’ that is implemented
by WWF-Uganda Country Office
This document discusses green growth strategies and renewable energy development in Vietnam. It provides the following key points:
1. Green Growth is a key part of Vietnam's sustainable development strategy through 2020 to promote efficient and sustainable economic growth.
2. The government has established support mechanisms and action plans to strengthen the framework for Green Growth, but high costs remain a barrier.
3. Recommendations are provided to further promote renewable energy through policies like tax incentives for solar energy, allowing decentralized energy supply, setting feasible feed-in tariffs, and providing clear power purchase agreements.
4. Energy efficiency, sustainable buildings, and public-private partnerships are also discussed as important areas for green growth that could provide environmental and
The Nigerian Energy Support Programme (NESP) is a technical cooperation programme implemented by GIZ and funded by the German government to promote renewable energy, energy efficiency, and rural electrification in Nigeria over a 5-year period. NESP provides expertise to various Nigerian partner institutions and aims to improve conditions for renewable energy and energy efficiency investments. It has four components: policy reform and renewable energy; energy efficiency; rural electrification; and capacity development. NESP recently launched and has already provided recommendations on energy policy and institutional frameworks, as well as initiating baseline studies and a training needs assessment.
A Civil Society Organization & Networks Position Paper with suggested Issues...Dr. Joshua Zake
This is a Renewable Energy CSOs & Network's Position Paper on the Uganda National Renewable Renewable Energy Policy, 2007. The major objective of the CSO Position Paper is to provide targeted recommendations for consideration during the Renewable Energy Policy, 2007 (MEMD, 2007) review by the MEMD.
The suggested recommendations are based on the CSO’s engagements in the energy sector at the national and local levels
This document outlines Indonesia's policies and plans related to clean energy development. It discusses Indonesia's long-term clean energy targets through 2050 as established in the National Energy Policy and Plan. It also describes the country's institutional framework for energy planning and coordination between different levels of government. Key areas of focus include energy efficiency, renewable energy resource mapping, electricity planning, and regulatory frameworks for the energy efficiency and electricity markets.
How JICA mobilizes private sector finance and investments for affordable and ...OECD Environment
BIAC-OECD Virtual Roundtable on mobilising private sector finance and investments for affordable and clean energy in developing countries, 26 October 2021
Vietnam has established long-term energy and climate goals to promote clean energy investments, including targets for renewable energy to reach 7% of total generation by 2020 and 10% by 2030. The country has also mapped its renewable energy resources such as solar, wind, biomass and small hydro potential. Vietnam's electricity market is governed by the Electricity Law and regulated by the Electricity Regulatory Authority, though the regulator lacks full independence. Key energy efficiency policies and regulations have been put in place to meet economy-wide targets, including the Energy Efficiency Law and minimum performance standards for designated energy-intensive industries.
A Civil Society Organization and Networks Position Paper with Suggested Issue...ENVIRONMENTALALERTEA1
This position paper is an output from several CSOs engagements coordinated by Environmental
Alert with financial support from Norad within the framework of ‘Increasing access to
sustainable and renewable energy alternatives in the AlbertineGraben’ that is implemented
by WWF-Uganda Country Office
This document discusses green growth strategies and renewable energy development in Vietnam. It provides the following key points:
1. Green Growth is a key part of Vietnam's sustainable development strategy through 2020 to promote efficient and sustainable economic growth.
2. The government has established support mechanisms and action plans to strengthen the framework for Green Growth, but high costs remain a barrier.
3. Recommendations are provided to further promote renewable energy through policies like tax incentives for solar energy, allowing decentralized energy supply, setting feasible feed-in tariffs, and providing clear power purchase agreements.
4. Energy efficiency, sustainable buildings, and public-private partnerships are also discussed as important areas for green growth that could provide environmental and
The Nigerian Energy Support Programme (NESP) is a technical cooperation programme implemented by GIZ and funded by the German government to promote renewable energy, energy efficiency, and rural electrification in Nigeria over a 5-year period. NESP provides expertise to various Nigerian partner institutions and aims to improve conditions for renewable energy and energy efficiency investments. It has four components: policy reform and renewable energy; energy efficiency; rural electrification; and capacity development. NESP recently launched and has already provided recommendations on energy policy and institutional frameworks, as well as initiating baseline studies and a training needs assessment.
This document summarizes Vietnam's green growth policies and initiatives, with a focus on renewable energy development. It outlines Vietnam's national green growth strategy and action plan, as well as support mechanisms introduced for waste-to-energy and biomass power. Specific recommendations are provided to further promote renewable energy, including implementing tax incentives for solar energy, allowing energy service companies, setting a higher wind power feed-in tariff, providing standard power purchase agreements, and developing pre-packaged wind power projects.
Renewable energy country attractiveness indicesProjetoBr
The document provides an overview of the May 2009 issue of the Ernst & Young Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Indices. It summarizes the key findings and changes in the indices. The US remains the top country in the All Renewables index, while European nations saw rises due to economic recovery plans. India announced a new renewable energy target and tariff increases. The UK budget boosted offshore wind projects. Following stimulus packages, the renewables sector faces challenges managing through the recession including tighter credit and reduced growth.
This document provides background information on Papua New Guinea's FREAGER project, which aims to address increasing greenhouse gas emissions from non-LULUCF sectors by facilitating renewable energy and energy efficiency applications. It outlines the four main components of the project: developing an energy policy framework; applying renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies; financing renewable energy and energy efficiency projects; and enhancing energy awareness. It also discusses barriers to renewable energy and energy efficiency in PNG and how the project would help overcome these barriers through activities like policy reform, capacity building and technology demonstrations.
Key messages on the status of renewables in 17 selected countries OECD Environment
The document summarizes key findings from the UNECE Renewable Energy Status Report on the status of renewables in 17 countries in the UNECE region. It finds that while these countries have made progress in developing renewable energy targets and policies, significant barriers remain. Renewable energy capacity and investment in the region remains relatively low compared to global levels, with investment declining in Eastern Europe and Russia since 2012. The report concludes more work is still needed to strengthen policy frameworks and financing mechanisms to sustain investment in renewables and their development in the heating, cooling, and transport sectors.
The document discusses India's policies and frameworks for promoting renewable energy. It outlines India's renewable energy targets of installing 175 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2022, including 100 GW of solar and 60 GW of wind. It describes the key bodies involved in renewable energy development and various financial incentives available, such as feed-in tariffs, renewable purchase obligations, and renewable energy certificates. It also summarizes the Electricity Act of 2003, National Electricity Policy, and draft renewable energy policies and frameworks in India aimed at promoting renewable energy growth.
C-SERMS Phase 1 Baseline Report & Suggestions for Moving ForwardWorldwatch Institute
The document summarizes the key findings and recommendations from the C-SERMS Phase 1 Baseline Report on promoting sustainable energy development in the Caribbean region. It identifies opportunities for regional cooperation, as well as priorities for action at both the regional and national levels over the short, medium, and long term. These include closing data gaps, setting regional standards, mainstreaming renewable energy, supporting energy efficiency legislation, and de-monopolizing national electricity grids. The overall goal is to establish a common vision and coordinated pathway towards achieving CARICOM's renewable energy and emissions reduction targets by 2027.
Edwin Nateminya, Integral Advisory
Presentation given at “Unlocking Investment in Africa’s Renewables: What are the Binding Constraints?” event, organised by the Institute of Development Studies and held on 19 January 2017 at the Wellcome Collection, London. For more information, please visit http://www.ids.ac.uk/events/unlocking-investment-in-africa-s-renewables-what-are-the-binding-constraints.
Presentation given at “Unlocking Investment in Africa’s Renewables: What are the Binding Constraints?” event, organised by the Institute of Development Studies and held on 19 January 2017 at the Wellcome Collection, London. For more information, please visit http://www.ids.ac.uk/events/unlocking-investment-in-africa-s-renewables-what-are-the-binding-constraints.
Helen Hoka Osiolo, The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis
Presentation given at “Unlocking Investment in Africa’s Renewables: What are the Binding Constraints?” event, organised by the Institute of Development Studies and held on 19 January 2017 at the Wellcome Collection, London. For more information, please visit http://www.ids.ac.uk/events/unlocking-investment-in-africa-s-renewables-what-are-the-binding-constraints.
The Renewable Energy Master Plan (REMP) aims to increase Ghana's renewable energy generation mix to 1363.63 MW by 2030. This will be achieved through targets for various renewable technologies between 2019-2030 across 3 cycles. The plan is expected to create 220,000 jobs, attract $5.6 billion in investments, and reduce carbon emissions by 11 million tonnes. It provides actions to promote local manufacturing and assembly of renewables to stimulate sector growth and support rural development through decentralized solutions.
The document provides a political economy analysis of the binding constraints to renewable energy investment in Ghana. It identifies the main constraints as the financial instability of the off-taker, faulty power sector regulation, and lack of access to appropriate finance. Potential policies to address these include privatizing the revenue arm of the power sector, establishing a competitive off-taker market, and creating renewable energy financial instruments. However, stakeholders have differing views on these policies and their implementation faces challenges such as ideological opposition, lack of political will, and concerns over cost increases.
Lucy Stevens, Practical Action
Presentation given at “Unlocking Investment in Africa’s Renewables: What are the Binding Constraints?” event, organised by the Institute of Development Studies and held on 19 January 2017 at the Wellcome Collection, London. For more information, please visit http://www.ids.ac.uk/events/unlocking-investment-in-africa-s-renewables-what-are-the-binding-constraints.
Ontario’s 2017 Long-Term Energy Plan was issued on October 26, 2017. This presentation provides an update on the following:
1.Overview of the LTEP Process
2.Demand and Electricity GHG Emissions Outlook
3.Key LTEP Themes
4.LTEP Conservation Initiatives
LTEP implementation and amending directives
LTEP next steps
5.Other Initiatives of Interest to MTR AG
Net metering
This document summarizes a webinar for two studies on energy efficiency and carbon savings potential in Minnesota. The demand-side study will estimate potential savings from energy efficiency programs for 2020-2029, identifying cost-effective measures and sectors to target. The supply-side study will estimate potential savings from improving utility infrastructure efficiency, including generation and transmission/distribution systems. Both studies will involve collecting data, modeling savings potential at different levels, and providing policy recommendations to help Minnesota achieve its energy goals. Stakeholder input will be gathered through interviews, meetings, and an advisory committee to guide the studies.
This document discusses the BETTER project, which aims to bring Europe and third countries closer together through renewable energies. It presents the objectives of assessing cooperation between the EU and third countries to help achieve renewable energy targets. Case studies will examine renewable energy cooperation opportunities between the EU, North Africa, Western Balkans and Turkey. The document outlines different cooperation mechanisms defined in the EU Renewable Energy Directive and provides an example case study of a joint hydroelectric project between Serbia and Italy. It also summarizes renewable energy potentials, targets and scenarios for several Western Balkan countries.
Co-finanziato dal Programma di cooperazione transfrontaliera IPA Adriatico, il progetto Alterenergy mira a definire una strategia comune territoriale in campo energetico, che possa affrontare la sfida dei cambiamenti climatici ricercando un equilibrio tra gli obiettivi della protezione ambientale, della competitività e della sicurezza dell’approvvigionamento nell’area Adriatica.
Finance Models for Green Tech Startups, IPEEC 2012nooone
This document discusses financing models and trends for green tech startups in Asia. It provides an overview of energy efficiency cooperation between countries, definitions of energy efficiency potential, and trends in the Asia Pacific region. It also summarizes energy efficiency financing deals by sector, global emissions data, energy intensity across countries, energy efficiency market penetration in areas like lighting and green IT, and the growth of the ESCO industry in Asia Pacific. It concludes by recommending steps governments and businesses can take to further energy efficiency goals, like establishing funding mechanisms and developing innovative financing vehicles.
A Civil Society Organization & Networks Position Paper with suggested Issues ...Stephen Oundo
The document summarizes the key findings and recommendations from a Civil Society Organization's position paper on Uganda's National Renewable Energy Policy from 2007. Some of the main findings include: low levels of financing for renewable energy; a need to improve the institutional framework and legal/policy framework to address emerging issues; and low access to modern energy technologies especially in rural areas. The document identifies opportunities to promote renewable energy such as abundant renewable resources and financing mechanisms. It recommends the policy vision and goals be updated to align with national development targets.
Increasing Access to sustainable and Renewable Energy Alternatives in the Alb...Dr. Joshua Zake
A presentation made during the national inception workshop for key stakeholders in the renewable energy sector, during which the project on access to clean energy titled, ' Increasing Access to sustainable and Renewable Energy Alternatives in the Albertine Graben Project,' was introduced.
This document summarizes Vietnam's green growth policies and initiatives, with a focus on renewable energy development. It outlines Vietnam's national green growth strategy and action plan, as well as support mechanisms introduced for waste-to-energy and biomass power. Specific recommendations are provided to further promote renewable energy, including implementing tax incentives for solar energy, allowing energy service companies, setting a higher wind power feed-in tariff, providing standard power purchase agreements, and developing pre-packaged wind power projects.
Renewable energy country attractiveness indicesProjetoBr
The document provides an overview of the May 2009 issue of the Ernst & Young Renewable Energy Country Attractiveness Indices. It summarizes the key findings and changes in the indices. The US remains the top country in the All Renewables index, while European nations saw rises due to economic recovery plans. India announced a new renewable energy target and tariff increases. The UK budget boosted offshore wind projects. Following stimulus packages, the renewables sector faces challenges managing through the recession including tighter credit and reduced growth.
This document provides background information on Papua New Guinea's FREAGER project, which aims to address increasing greenhouse gas emissions from non-LULUCF sectors by facilitating renewable energy and energy efficiency applications. It outlines the four main components of the project: developing an energy policy framework; applying renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies; financing renewable energy and energy efficiency projects; and enhancing energy awareness. It also discusses barriers to renewable energy and energy efficiency in PNG and how the project would help overcome these barriers through activities like policy reform, capacity building and technology demonstrations.
Key messages on the status of renewables in 17 selected countries OECD Environment
The document summarizes key findings from the UNECE Renewable Energy Status Report on the status of renewables in 17 countries in the UNECE region. It finds that while these countries have made progress in developing renewable energy targets and policies, significant barriers remain. Renewable energy capacity and investment in the region remains relatively low compared to global levels, with investment declining in Eastern Europe and Russia since 2012. The report concludes more work is still needed to strengthen policy frameworks and financing mechanisms to sustain investment in renewables and their development in the heating, cooling, and transport sectors.
The document discusses India's policies and frameworks for promoting renewable energy. It outlines India's renewable energy targets of installing 175 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2022, including 100 GW of solar and 60 GW of wind. It describes the key bodies involved in renewable energy development and various financial incentives available, such as feed-in tariffs, renewable purchase obligations, and renewable energy certificates. It also summarizes the Electricity Act of 2003, National Electricity Policy, and draft renewable energy policies and frameworks in India aimed at promoting renewable energy growth.
C-SERMS Phase 1 Baseline Report & Suggestions for Moving ForwardWorldwatch Institute
The document summarizes the key findings and recommendations from the C-SERMS Phase 1 Baseline Report on promoting sustainable energy development in the Caribbean region. It identifies opportunities for regional cooperation, as well as priorities for action at both the regional and national levels over the short, medium, and long term. These include closing data gaps, setting regional standards, mainstreaming renewable energy, supporting energy efficiency legislation, and de-monopolizing national electricity grids. The overall goal is to establish a common vision and coordinated pathway towards achieving CARICOM's renewable energy and emissions reduction targets by 2027.
Edwin Nateminya, Integral Advisory
Presentation given at “Unlocking Investment in Africa’s Renewables: What are the Binding Constraints?” event, organised by the Institute of Development Studies and held on 19 January 2017 at the Wellcome Collection, London. For more information, please visit http://www.ids.ac.uk/events/unlocking-investment-in-africa-s-renewables-what-are-the-binding-constraints.
Presentation given at “Unlocking Investment in Africa’s Renewables: What are the Binding Constraints?” event, organised by the Institute of Development Studies and held on 19 January 2017 at the Wellcome Collection, London. For more information, please visit http://www.ids.ac.uk/events/unlocking-investment-in-africa-s-renewables-what-are-the-binding-constraints.
Helen Hoka Osiolo, The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis
Presentation given at “Unlocking Investment in Africa’s Renewables: What are the Binding Constraints?” event, organised by the Institute of Development Studies and held on 19 January 2017 at the Wellcome Collection, London. For more information, please visit http://www.ids.ac.uk/events/unlocking-investment-in-africa-s-renewables-what-are-the-binding-constraints.
The Renewable Energy Master Plan (REMP) aims to increase Ghana's renewable energy generation mix to 1363.63 MW by 2030. This will be achieved through targets for various renewable technologies between 2019-2030 across 3 cycles. The plan is expected to create 220,000 jobs, attract $5.6 billion in investments, and reduce carbon emissions by 11 million tonnes. It provides actions to promote local manufacturing and assembly of renewables to stimulate sector growth and support rural development through decentralized solutions.
The document provides a political economy analysis of the binding constraints to renewable energy investment in Ghana. It identifies the main constraints as the financial instability of the off-taker, faulty power sector regulation, and lack of access to appropriate finance. Potential policies to address these include privatizing the revenue arm of the power sector, establishing a competitive off-taker market, and creating renewable energy financial instruments. However, stakeholders have differing views on these policies and their implementation faces challenges such as ideological opposition, lack of political will, and concerns over cost increases.
Lucy Stevens, Practical Action
Presentation given at “Unlocking Investment in Africa’s Renewables: What are the Binding Constraints?” event, organised by the Institute of Development Studies and held on 19 January 2017 at the Wellcome Collection, London. For more information, please visit http://www.ids.ac.uk/events/unlocking-investment-in-africa-s-renewables-what-are-the-binding-constraints.
Ontario’s 2017 Long-Term Energy Plan was issued on October 26, 2017. This presentation provides an update on the following:
1.Overview of the LTEP Process
2.Demand and Electricity GHG Emissions Outlook
3.Key LTEP Themes
4.LTEP Conservation Initiatives
LTEP implementation and amending directives
LTEP next steps
5.Other Initiatives of Interest to MTR AG
Net metering
This document summarizes a webinar for two studies on energy efficiency and carbon savings potential in Minnesota. The demand-side study will estimate potential savings from energy efficiency programs for 2020-2029, identifying cost-effective measures and sectors to target. The supply-side study will estimate potential savings from improving utility infrastructure efficiency, including generation and transmission/distribution systems. Both studies will involve collecting data, modeling savings potential at different levels, and providing policy recommendations to help Minnesota achieve its energy goals. Stakeholder input will be gathered through interviews, meetings, and an advisory committee to guide the studies.
This document discusses the BETTER project, which aims to bring Europe and third countries closer together through renewable energies. It presents the objectives of assessing cooperation between the EU and third countries to help achieve renewable energy targets. Case studies will examine renewable energy cooperation opportunities between the EU, North Africa, Western Balkans and Turkey. The document outlines different cooperation mechanisms defined in the EU Renewable Energy Directive and provides an example case study of a joint hydroelectric project between Serbia and Italy. It also summarizes renewable energy potentials, targets and scenarios for several Western Balkan countries.
Co-finanziato dal Programma di cooperazione transfrontaliera IPA Adriatico, il progetto Alterenergy mira a definire una strategia comune territoriale in campo energetico, che possa affrontare la sfida dei cambiamenti climatici ricercando un equilibrio tra gli obiettivi della protezione ambientale, della competitività e della sicurezza dell’approvvigionamento nell’area Adriatica.
Finance Models for Green Tech Startups, IPEEC 2012nooone
This document discusses financing models and trends for green tech startups in Asia. It provides an overview of energy efficiency cooperation between countries, definitions of energy efficiency potential, and trends in the Asia Pacific region. It also summarizes energy efficiency financing deals by sector, global emissions data, energy intensity across countries, energy efficiency market penetration in areas like lighting and green IT, and the growth of the ESCO industry in Asia Pacific. It concludes by recommending steps governments and businesses can take to further energy efficiency goals, like establishing funding mechanisms and developing innovative financing vehicles.
A Civil Society Organization & Networks Position Paper with suggested Issues ...Stephen Oundo
The document summarizes the key findings and recommendations from a Civil Society Organization's position paper on Uganda's National Renewable Energy Policy from 2007. Some of the main findings include: low levels of financing for renewable energy; a need to improve the institutional framework and legal/policy framework to address emerging issues; and low access to modern energy technologies especially in rural areas. The document identifies opportunities to promote renewable energy such as abundant renewable resources and financing mechanisms. It recommends the policy vision and goals be updated to align with national development targets.
Increasing Access to sustainable and Renewable Energy Alternatives in the Alb...Dr. Joshua Zake
A presentation made during the national inception workshop for key stakeholders in the renewable energy sector, during which the project on access to clean energy titled, ' Increasing Access to sustainable and Renewable Energy Alternatives in the Albertine Graben Project,' was introduced.
Advancing Civil Society Organisations and Networks coordination for contribut...ENVIRONMENTALALERTEA1
Prepared and presented By Racheal Nalule -Program officer,
Environmental Alert, during the 2nd Uganda Water and
Environment Week (UWEWK) Conference at WRI-MWE,
Entebbe (18th –22ndMarch, 2019)
The idea of strengthening CSOs and Networks coordination and reporting
mechanisms stemmed from the realization of the underlying key challenges
limiting sustainable access and utilization of renewable energy at both national
and sub-national levels. These include:
Weak coordination among CSOs and networks in the renewable energy sub-sector;
Inadequate capacity (both technical and financial) of CSOs and networks to effectively
engage in policy dialogue regarding sustainable and renewable energy development
at national, sub-national and local level is;
Absence of a strong civil society voice and convening power to ably hold government
and renewable energy industry players accountable for decisions and practices
towards sustainable and renewable energy delivery.
Limited access to policy and decision making space by the renewable energy CSOs
and networks to engage and contribute
Advancing Civil Society Organisations and Networks coordination for contribut...Dr. Joshua Zake
A presentation made during the 2nd Uganda Water and Environment Week held in Entebbe, Uganda. It highlights the process the civil society and networks in Renewable Energy have pursued to establish enhanced coordination mechanisms for structured and continuous policy engagements at the national, sub-regional and local level for influencing decisions and policy implementation targeted at universal access to clean energy through promotion of renewable energy. It also discusses the key subsequent actions required to enable delivery of this moving forward based on the roles and responsibilities of the civil society as stipulated in the constitution and other sectoral policies and laws in the environment, natural resources and energy in Uganda.
A Renewable Energy Civil Society Organization (RECSO) Network Memorandum/Posi...Dr. Joshua Zake
This is a memorandum/position paper is prepared by the Renewable Energy Civil Society Organization Network1 on the Draft National Energy Policy version of October 20192. It presents salient gaps in the policy and suggests practical recommendations of how they could be addressed in the Draft National Energy Policy document. It’s submitted to the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) for review and consideration of the recommendations into the final Energy Policy. The memorandum was generated based on gap analyses and synthesis of comments and inputs on the draft energy policy from individual members of the network. Furthermore, the draft memorandum was validated during a workshop organized by Environmental Alert, as the host for the RECSO Network Secretariat. The validation workshop was held on 1st November, 2009 at Imperial Royal Hotel and it actively involved participation of 30 (18 Males and 12 Females) members of network3. Other key stakeholders who participated included the Assistant Commissioner as a representative of the MEMD and the representative of the Consultants facilitating the process for review of the National Energy Policy, (2002). This engagement is part of the Environmental Alert led outputs under the project titled, ‘Increasing access to sustainable and renewable energy alternatives in the Albertine Graben,’ with financial support from Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation through World Wide Fund-Uganda Country Office. The memorandum/position paper presents both general and specific gaps and recommendations as detailed in sections 2 & 3 for consideration in the final National Energy Policy. The RECSO Network is available through the secretariat and steering committee to provide more information and clarifications on the memorandum/position paper.
A Renewable Energy Civil Society Organization (RECSO) Network Memorandum/Posi...ENVIRONMENTALALERTEA1
A Renewable Energy Civil Society Organization (RECSO) Network Memorandum/Position Paper on the Draft National Energy Policy (October 2019)” with suggested Gaps and Recommendations for consideration by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development.
Effective green technology policies implementation: An Industry Player's pers...ZAINI ABDUL WAHAB
This document summarizes a presentation on green technology given at the 4th Annual Greentech Asia conference. It defines green technology and its key sectors such as transportation, industrial equipment, buildings, waste management, and water management. It outlines global green outlooks and energy demands through 2030, highlighting the need for improved efficiency. The document then discusses green policies and incentives in Malaysia, including various national energy policies. It identifies green business potentials and green technology's role in Malaysia's Economic Transformation Program. Finally, it analyzes common barriers to green technology development and recommends strategic actions and a sustainable way forward.
Philippine Energy Plan: Towards a Sustainable and Clean Energy Future - Felix...OECD Environment
The document summarizes the Philippine Energy Plan towards achieving clean and sustainable energy. It outlines targets to transition to cleaner sources like renewables by 2040. Total energy investments of $153 billion are required, including $94.3 billion for new renewable power plants. It also summarizes the Clean Energy Finance and Investment Mobilization Programme and highlights from technical working group meetings on renewables and energy efficiency with stakeholders. The groups recommended strategies to overcome challenges like high capital needs, unfriendly tax rules for renewables, and the perception of technologies as high risk.
Mr Kohji Iwakami in Parallel Session A1 of Ninth South Asia Economic Summit (SAES) organised by Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD) on 15-16 October 2016 presented on "Achieving Sustainable Energy for All in South Asia: Modalities of Cooperation". #SAES9 For further details visit: http://saes9.cpd.org.bd/
The role of international organisations in mobilising clean energy finance an...OECD Environment
The document discusses the role of international organisations in mobilising clean energy finance and investment. It provides context about the OECD and its work promoting better policies. It then summarizes Indonesia's clean energy needs and investment gaps. A major gap is the need for a 6-fold increase in renewable energy capacity to meet targets. The document outlines the OECD's Clean Energy Finance and Investment Mobilisation programme which works with countries to strengthen enabling conditions and catalyze finance. Examples of activities in Indonesia include policy reviews and training programs to build capacity around clean energy finance.
Session 7a: Part I - Towards a net-zero electricity sector - Geraldine Ang- C...OECD Environment
The document summarizes CEFIM's activities to accelerate clean energy finance and investment in Indonesia. It discusses Indonesia's clean energy goals and investment needs to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. CEFIM has conducted various workshops, policy reviews and trainings in Indonesia to increase knowledge of clean energy finance and mobilize more private investment in renewable energy projects. Upcoming activities include a focus on gender-responsive and transition finance to support Indonesia's just energy transition away from coal.
Progress Towards Implementation and Achievement of Sustainable Development Go...ENVIRONMENTALALERTEA1
The Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs)
are commitments made by
190 world leaders to help
in addressing extreme
poverty, fight inequality &
injustice, and fix climate
change.
They replaced the 8
millennium development
goals after 15 years of
their implementation.
Progress Towards Implementation and Achievement of Sustainable Development Go...Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation presents the highlights of a reflection in respect to Uganda's implementation progress towards achievement of the targets under SDG 7, and its nexus as contribution towards of achievement of targets under other SDGs. Based on these some recommendations are suggested based on the emerging issues in the energy sector in Uganda targeted at advancing full implementation of SDG 7 and other goals in Uganda.
Use of renewable energy for developing countryEko Hernanto
The target audiences are Governments, Private sectors and Policy makers particularly in Low Income Countries. The resource provides information of renewable energy as the ideal source to provide energy security in long term and the possible financing and development stages required to launch the project in a country successfully and sustainable. The reasons are energy security, growth of social economy, reduce pollution to preserve the climate, and promote good governance in lowering poverty and share prosperity across the country.
The document is a presentation by the Confederation of Renewable Energy Service Professionals and Industries (CRESPAI) about their organization and renewable energy in India. CRESPAI aims to promote renewable energy development by bringing together stakeholders, representing the industry, facilitating service provider development, and conducting research. They seek to make India an ideal destination for renewable energy investment and work towards sustainability. The presentation outlines CRESPAI's vision, mission, objectives, areas of focus and strengths in working to advance renewable energy in India.
Environmental Alert led Clean Energy Project Activities – Progress against se...Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation highlights the progress of implementation of the Environmental Alert led activities under the Clean Energy Project for the year 2018. The project is implemented in collaboration with the World Wide Fund-Uganda Country Office with financial support from NORAD.
Presentation on-environmental alert outputs and outcomes - under the clean en...ENVIRONMENTALALERTEA1
Environmental Alert led Project Activities – Progress
against set outcomes, outputs and targets; Key
Challenges, adaptive management strategies, gender
mainstreaming and Lessons learned
Kenya has made significant progress towards renewable energy and energy efficiency through various policies and strategies. Nearly 90% of Kenya's energy in 2021 came from renewable sources, and electricity access doubled from 2013 to 2022. Implementation of additional energy efficiency measures and smart technologies could further reduce energy demand and expand renewable energy potential. Kenya has recognized that collaborative action is needed to drive meaningful change and transition to a sustainable energy system, and has signed on to several climate initiatives.
Energy Low Emission Development Strategies in Asia: A Regional Overview and E...Worldwatch Institute
1. Welcome & Introduction: Alexander Ochs, Worldwatch Institute, LEDS-EWG Chair
2. Introduction to the LEDS Asia Regional Platform and the Importance of Energy in Asia: S.S. Krishnan, Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy, LEDS-EWG Co-Chair for Asia
3. Key Low-Emission Energy Developments in Asia: Beni Suryadi, ASEAN Centre for Energy
4. Learning from Thailand’s Clean Energy Strategy: Bundit Limmeechokchai, Thammasat University
5. Q&A
6. Survey
1) The document summarizes the achievements and progress of the SDC Climate Change and Environment Network from 2009-2010, including growing awareness of climate change issues, briefings and training events, and use of tools like the Climate and DRR Check.
2) It outlines challenges for 2011-2012, such as developing a network vision, increasing resources, and improving access to program information and learning from partner organizations and other networks.
3) It discusses the need to report on indicator-related results from programs funded by SDC's 0.5% climate fund and existing programs.
Similar to Policy Paper (advanced draft) with Recommendations to Government on Renewable Energy. (20)
Rights, rewards and responsibilities: the future of Land Stewardship. Land re...Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation was prepared and delivered during a 2-days preparatory workshop to inform and raise awareness of stakeholders and to review country position paper on key priority negotiation issues at Conference of Parties (CoP) 15, that is due in in Abidjan, Ivory Cost from 9 - 20 May 2022. This was organized by the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industries and Fisheries in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization.
The presentation highlight some key issues and recommendations for reflection ahead of the CoP 15.
Key outcomes of the Technology Needs Assessment for the Forestry Sub-sector.Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation was prepared and delivered at the launch event for the Climate Technology Needs Assessment Report for Uganda. The event was organized by the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology at the Hilton Garden Inn, Kampala on 21st March 2021. It presents the key outcomes of the Technology Needs Assessment for the Forestry sub sector in Uganda.
The role of Environmental Alert (EA), Networks and CSO partners and how they ...Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation underpins the roles of the Environment and Natural Resources Civil Society Organizations (ENR-CSOs) in Uganda regarding effective implementation of the The role of Environmental Alert (EA), Networks and CSO partners and how they will contribute to successful implementation of the, ´Investing in Forests and Protected Areas for Climate Smart Development (IFPA-CD)’ Project.´ Thus, it also presents possible communication and coordination mechanisms mechanisms and strategies to advance meaningful poarticipation of the ENR-CSOs in project implementation.
National Forestry Policy Review; key emerging issues for Reflection and consi...Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation was prepared and delivered during a workshop that involved Members of Parliament on the Natural Resources and Climate Change Committee of Parliament. The workshop was organized by the Ecological Christian Organization. The objective of the workshop was to create awareness among the Honorable members of Parliament about the ongoing review of the National Forestry Policy, (a process coordinated by the Forest Sector Support Department in the Ministry of Water and Environment). Furthermore, to get their general feedback and specific inputs into the review process with due consideration of the various emerging issues in the Forestry sector over the last 18 years since the forestry policy and legal framework came into force in 2001 and 2003, respectively. Thus, the presentation raised various emerging issues in this respect for consideration during the review process and also suggested recommendation on how the Honorable Members of Parliament should proactively engage in the process to ensure that resultant policy framework adequately addresses the emerging issues and also stands the taste of time.
Addressing the Challenge of Climate Change and Environmental Degradation; A C...Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation underscores the challenge of climate change and environmental degradation in respect to sustainable livelihoods, economic development and transformation. It underpins some actions and initiatives taken at the global and national levels to address the issues and suggests practical actions and recommendations for reflection for implementation going forward to advance climate change adaptation, environmental restoration & sustainable management.
Technology Needs Assessment for Climate Change Adaptation in the Forestry Sec...Dr. Joshua Zake
This document summarizes the results of Phase 1 of Uganda's Technology Needs Assessment, which focused on identifying and prioritizing technologies to advance climate change adaptation in the forestry sector. Through a literature review and stakeholder workshop, 20 technologies were identified. The top 3 prioritized technologies were: 1) Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration for forest landscape restoration, 2) Integrated Pest Management in Forest Plantations, and 3) Forest-based enterprises like apiculture, butterfly farming, and ecotourism. The next phases will analyze barriers to the prioritized technologies and develop action plans to promote investment in climate adaptation for Ugandan forestry.
ENR-CSOs annual performance Report, 2019/20, Septemeber 2020.Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation was delivered to key Water and Environment Sector stakeholders during the Ministry of Water and Environment Sector Performance Review/Validation Meeting
2020. The presentation provides highlights of the consolidated annual performance and contribution of the Environment and Natural Resources Civil Society Organizations contributions to the Water and Environment sector in Uganda. It also presents some of the key recommendations for consideration by the duty bearers and stakeholders towards addressing the Water and Environment sector challenges.
Certification in Uganda: Opportunities for forestry policy and law review pro...Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation was prepared and delivered during an interactive session in a training workshop on, ‘Forest Certification Module,‘ organized by the Ecological Christian Organization at Esella Country Resort Hotel, 17th July 2020. The presentation focus on, ‘Certification in Uganda: Opportunities for forestry policy and law review process.’ Thus, it highlights the emerging issues in respect to forest certification in Uganda and suggests recommendation of how these should be addressed in the ongoing review of the national forestry policy and legal framework in Uganda. This process is currently spearheaded and coordinated by the Forestry Sector Support Department (FSSD) of the Ministry of Water and Environment (MWE).
Barrier Analyses and Enabling Framework Report for the Prioritized technologi...Dr. Joshua Zake
This document provides a barrier analysis and enabling framework report for prioritized technologies to advance climate change adaptation in Uganda's forestry sector. It identifies and analyzes barriers for three key technologies: 1) Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration for forest landscape restoration, 2) Integrated pest management in forests and plantations, and 3) Promoting forest-based enterprises. For each technology, the report lists barriers, classifies them into categories such as economic, institutional, and policy barriers, and provides problem tree analyses. The overall goal is to identify strategies to address the barriers and facilitate adoption of the prioritized forestry adaptation technologies in Uganda.
This article was published in the New Vision of 1st January 2020.
It highlight the importance of the energy sector to livelihoods and overall economic development in Uganda. The underlying registered achievements by the Government of Uganda and partners. It will also underscore the implications of climate change and variability to the sector and lastly what should be done to have the sector adapted to climate change impacts by suggesting some targeted policy and practice recommendations.
Forestry in Uganda; Which way is it heading? Dr. Joshua Zake
This article was published in the Miti Magazine Issue 43 – July-September 2019 on pages, 46-49.
It presents and discusses the status of the forestry sector Uganda; the underlying emerging issues; the ongoing policy initiatives by Government and partners and suggests key recommendations for reflection and consideration to address some of the issues as part of the process for implementation of the forestry policies and strategies at different scales.
Curbing bush burning - A quick win to resilient and sustainable sesame produc...Dr. Joshua Zake
This key note address was prepared and presented to initiate discussions during a two (2) day Multi stakeholder platform (MSP) that took place from the 17th to 18th of December 2019 at Golden Peace Hotel in Gulu town. It was organized by SNV-Uganda as one of the outputs under the CRAFT project.
The project implementation is led by SNV in partnership with Wageningen University and Research, Department of Environment and Research (WEnR), CGIAR’s Climate Change Agriculture and Food Security (CCAFS), AgriTerra and Rabo partnerships. The Climate resilient Agribusiness for tomorrow (CRAFT) project is a 5-year project that operates in in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda. Further information about the project is vailable at: https://snv.org/project/climate-resilient-agribusiness-tomorrow-craft
The objectives of the meeting were:
a. Understand the reason behind persistent bush burning and occasional shifting cultivation as a method of land clearing in Sesame production
b. Reflection on bush burning as a practice; and its effects on the biophysical and chemical environment.
c. Discuss possible remedial actions to curb the vice and agree on actionable points to prevent the use of bush burning as a method of land clearing.
d. Institute a working committee to take lead in implementing; and overseeing the implementation of strategy against the practice
Prolonged Droughts. Westnile and Northern Uganda on Fire. An article featured...Dr. Joshua Zake
I recently retrieved this article earlier published in the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) News in June 2011.
Unregulated bush burning is still a major challenge globally, nationally and locally. It’s associated with destruction and loss.
In this article the experiences of unregulated bush burning, particularly in West Nile and Northern Uganda is presented and discussed while suggesting some practical recommendations to deal with the issue.
Consultations with the Leadership, CSOs and Community in Greater Kampala Metr...Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation was delivered during the WATER SECURITY ACTION AND INVESTMENT PLAN (WSAIP) for Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area (GKMA) mission multi-stakeholder workshop held on 5th December 2019 at Golf course Hotel in Kampala.
It provides key highlights of the experiences of UWASNET and the ENR-CSO Network in respect to consultations with the Leadership, CSOs and Community in Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area (GKMA) in the development of the Water Security Action and Investment Plan.
The workshop was conducted within the framework of the WSAIP project implemented by the Ministry of Water and Environment in collaboration with Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) and the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) with funding from DFID’s Cities and Infrastructure for Growth Program and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and through coordination of GIZ under the International Water Stewardship Program (GIZ IWaSP).
The workshop provided opportunity for updating participants on the progress in developing the WSAIP. Participants will have the opportunity to validate the process used and interface with the consultant Industrial Economics Incorporated (IEc) who has supported the development of the plan and the WSAIP Tools i.e. the water security planning tool and project investment model.
The three overarching objectives of the WSAIP are:
(a) To build evidence of baseline and continued trends, the benefits of a water secure future, and the benefits of investment and action
(b) To use the evidence to catalyze actions and investments that systematically reduce water security risks and improve resilience
(c) To empower key stakeholders to understand, prioritize and monitor the changing landscape of water security and environmental threats.
WSAIP is a participatory stakeholder empowerment process delivering a multi-stakeholder owned plan to improve Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area’s water security, with the commitment of stakeholders to implement that plan. The plan will be comprised of a series of actions and investments options that improve water security in Greater Kampala that cut across water supply and sanitation services, water resources management, solid waste management, and urban and land-use planning to create an integrated approach to understanding and improving water security.
Over the last 10 months the project has implemented several successful activities with support and participation of various stakeholders from the private sector, government and civil society organizations.
Discussions for agreement on the specific details for the expansion of Agoro ...Dr. Joshua Zake
This document outlines considerations and action points for expanding the Agoro-Agu Landscape Platform in Uganda. It discusses reviewing the platform's objectives, memorandum of principles, and governance structure to be more inclusive of stakeholders in the expanded landscape. The key governance structures proposed are a general assembly, steering committee, and district multi-stakeholder technical committees. Their roles and compositions are outlined. The document also discusses planning a meeting to approve the new memorandum and elect the steering committee, as well as strengthening the role of the platform secretariat.
School water, sanitation & hygiene (wash) clubs; indicators of an active club...Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation was made and delivered during an engagement with school leadership of 5 selected Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA) schools in Kampala - with an objective of strengthening School Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Clubs based on their role and contributions for advancing inclusive and sustainable WASH in schools. This is part of an initiative by Environmental Alert in collaboration with KCCA and Water Aid Uganda through the framework of the Sustainable WASH project. WASH project.
Sugarcane and Tobacco growing in Uganda: impacts on soil and water systems – ...Dr. Joshua Zake
In this paper, I shared issues and insights for sustainable production of agro-commodities using sugarcane and tobacco in Uganda as a case. It was presented during the stakeholders dialogue & inception meeting on, ‘Support to communities and private sector to develop partnerships for sustainable management of natural resources, ecosystem services, chemicals and waste management, held in Gulu and Masindi.
The meeting was organized by Tree Talk Plus in collaboration with the ENR-CSO Network, Environmental Alert, Ministry of water & Environment and United Nations Development Program through the framework of the Inclusive Growth for Poverty Reduction Program.
The Role of civil society organizations in the promotion of sustainable Bioma...Dr. Joshua Zake
This presentation was prepared and delivered during the National Stakeholder’s Dialogue on Biomass Energy organized by the Ministry of Energy & Mineral Development, Environmental Alert, SNV, WWF-UCO, UNCDF as part of the several engagements of the Energy week 2019. It’s a platform for information sharing and exchange among key stakeholders in the sector with a purpose of appreciating emerging issues and together identifying practical actions for addressing these issues.
Climate Change & Its Implications to Livelihoods and Economic Development in...Dr. Joshua Zake
Climate change will have significant implications for livelihoods and economic development in Uganda if actions are not taken. Prolonged droughts from climate change are already occurring and have resulted in crop failures and food insecurity impacting over 1.8 million people in 1993-1994 and 3.5 million people in 1999. As droughts and unreliable rainfall increase due to climate change, agriculture production and livestock rearing, which account for a major part of Uganda's GDP, will be severely threatened, negatively impacting the country's economy and development. Urgent action is needed now to adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change in order to reduce vulnerability and support continued economic growth.
Enhancing CSO Coordination of CSOs in Biomass Energy Promotion in Uganda.Dr. Joshua Zake
The presentation was delivered during the Uganda National Stakeholder's Biomass Dialogue held on 15th September 2017 at Imperial Royal Hotel in Kampala. This engagement was part of the Annual Energy Week event organized by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development and Partners. The presentation highlights the status of Civil Society Coordination in respect to promoting sustainable biomass utilization in Uganda.
Climate Change All over the World .pptxsairaanwer024
Climate change refers to significant and lasting changes in the average weather patterns over periods ranging from decades to millions of years. It encompasses both global warming driven by human emissions of greenhouse gases and the resulting large-scale shifts in weather patterns. While climate change is a natural phenomenon, human activities, particularly since the Industrial Revolution, have accelerated its pace and intensity
Kinetic studies on malachite green dye adsorption from aqueous solutions by A...Open Access Research Paper
Water polluted by dyestuffs compounds is a global threat to health and the environment; accordingly, we prepared a green novel sorbent chemical and Physical system from an algae, chitosan and chitosan nanoparticle and impregnated with algae with chitosan nanocomposite for the sorption of Malachite green dye from water. The algae with chitosan nanocomposite by a simple method and used as a recyclable and effective adsorbent for the removal of malachite green dye from aqueous solutions. Algae, chitosan, chitosan nanoparticle and algae with chitosan nanocomposite were characterized using different physicochemical methods. The functional groups and chemical compounds found in algae, chitosan, chitosan algae, chitosan nanoparticle, and chitosan nanoparticle with algae were identified using FTIR, SEM, and TGADTA/DTG techniques. The optimal adsorption conditions, different dosages, pH and Temperature the amount of algae with chitosan nanocomposite were determined. At optimized conditions and the batch equilibrium studies more than 99% of the dye was removed. The adsorption process data matched well kinetics showed that the reaction order for dye varied with pseudo-first order and pseudo-second order. Furthermore, the maximum adsorption capacity of the algae with chitosan nanocomposite toward malachite green dye reached as high as 15.5mg/g, respectively. Finally, multiple times reusing of algae with chitosan nanocomposite and removing dye from a real wastewater has made it a promising and attractive option for further practical applications.
Evolving Lifecycles with High Resolution Site Characterization (HRSC) and 3-D...Joshua Orris
The incorporation of a 3DCSM and completion of HRSC provided a tool for enhanced, data-driven, decisions to support a change in remediation closure strategies. Currently, an approved pilot study has been obtained to shut-down the remediation systems (ISCO, P&T) and conduct a hydraulic study under non-pumping conditions. A separate micro-biological bench scale treatability study was competed that yielded positive results for an emerging innovative technology. As a result, a field pilot study has commenced with results expected in nine-twelve months. With the results of the hydraulic study, field pilot studies and an updated risk assessment leading site monitoring optimization cost lifecycle savings upwards of $15MM towards an alternatively evolved best available technology remediation closure strategy.
Presented by The Global Peatlands Assessment: Mapping, Policy, and Action at GLF Peatlands 2024 - The Global Peatlands Assessment: Mapping, Policy, and Action
Optimizing Post Remediation Groundwater Performance with Enhanced Microbiolog...Joshua Orris
Results of geophysics and pneumatic injection pilot tests during 2003 – 2007 yielded significant positive results for injection delivery design and contaminant mass treatment, resulting in permanent shut-down of an existing groundwater Pump & Treat system.
Accessible source areas were subsequently removed (2011) by soil excavation and treated with the placement of Emulsified Vegetable Oil EVO and zero-valent iron ZVI to accelerate treatment of impacted groundwater in overburden and weathered fractured bedrock. Post pilot test and post remediation groundwater monitoring has included analyses of CVOCs, organic fatty acids, dissolved gases and QuantArray® -Chlor to quantify key microorganisms (e.g., Dehalococcoides, Dehalobacter, etc.) and functional genes (e.g., vinyl chloride reductase, methane monooxygenase, etc.) to assess potential for reductive dechlorination and aerobic cometabolism of CVOCs.
In 2022, the first commercial application of MetaArray™ was performed at the site. MetaArray™ utilizes statistical analysis, such as principal component analysis and multivariate analysis to provide evidence that reductive dechlorination is active or even that it is slowing. This creates actionable data allowing users to save money by making important site management decisions earlier.
The results of the MetaArray™ analysis’ support vector machine (SVM) identified groundwater monitoring wells with a 80% confidence that were characterized as either Limited for Reductive Decholorination or had a High Reductive Reduction Dechlorination potential. The results of MetaArray™ will be used to further optimize the site’s post remediation monitoring program for monitored natural attenuation.
ENVIRONMENT~ Renewable Energy Sources and their future prospects.tiwarimanvi3129
This presentation is for us to know that how our Environment need Attention for protection of our natural resources which are depleted day by day that's why we need to take time and shift our attention to renewable energy sources instead of non-renewable sources which are better and Eco-friendly for our environment. these renewable energy sources are so helpful for our planet and for every living organism which depends on environment.
Improving the viability of probiotics by encapsulation methods for developmen...Open Access Research Paper
The popularity of functional foods among scientists and common people has been increasing day by day. Awareness and modernization make the consumer think better regarding food and nutrition. Now a day’s individual knows very well about the relation between food consumption and disease prevalence. Humans have a diversity of microbes in the gut that together form the gut microflora. Probiotics are the health-promoting live microbial cells improve host health through gut and brain connection and fighting against harmful bacteria. Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus are the two bacterial genera which are considered to be probiotic. These good bacteria are facing challenges of viability. There are so many factors such as sensitivity to heat, pH, acidity, osmotic effect, mechanical shear, chemical components, freezing and storage time as well which affects the viability of probiotics in the dairy food matrix as well as in the gut. Multiple efforts have been done in the past and ongoing in present for these beneficial microbial population stability until their destination in the gut. One of a useful technique known as microencapsulation makes the probiotic effective in the diversified conditions and maintain these microbe’s community to the optimum level for achieving targeted benefits. Dairy products are found to be an ideal vehicle for probiotic incorporation. It has been seen that the encapsulated microbial cells show higher viability than the free cells in different processing and storage conditions as well as against bile salts in the gut. They make the food functional when incorporated, without affecting the product sensory characteristics.
Microbial characterisation and identification, and potability of River Kuywa ...Open Access Research Paper
Water contamination is one of the major causes of water borne diseases worldwide. In Kenya, approximately 43% of people lack access to potable water due to human contamination. River Kuywa water is currently experiencing contamination due to human activities. Its water is widely used for domestic, agricultural, industrial and recreational purposes. This study aimed at characterizing bacteria and fungi in river Kuywa water. Water samples were randomly collected from four sites of the river: site A (Matisi), site B (Ngwelo), site C (Nzoia water pump) and site D (Chalicha), during the dry season (January-March 2018) and wet season (April-July 2018) and were transported to Maseno University Microbiology and plant pathology laboratory for analysis. The characterization and identification of bacteria and fungi were carried out using standard microbiological techniques. Nine bacterial genera and three fungi were identified from Kuywa river water. Clostridium spp., Staphylococcus spp., Enterobacter spp., Streptococcus spp., E. coli, Klebsiella spp., Shigella spp., Proteus spp. and Salmonella spp. Fungi were Fusarium oxysporum, Aspergillus flavus complex and Penicillium species. Wet season recorded highest bacterial and fungal counts (6.61-7.66 and 3.83-6.75cfu/ml) respectively. The results indicated that the river Kuywa water is polluted and therefore unsafe for human consumption before treatment. It is therefore recommended that the communities to ensure that they boil water especially for drinking.
Recycling and Disposal on SWM Raymond Einyu pptxRayLetai1
Increasing urbanization, rural–urban migration, rising standards of living, and rapid development associated with population growth have resulted in increased solid waste generation by industrial, domestic and other activities in Nairobi City. It has been noted in other contexts too that increasing population, changing consumption patterns, economic development, changing income, urbanization and industrialization all contribute to the increased generation of waste.
With the increasing urban population in Kenya, which is estimated to be growing at a rate higher than that of the country’s general population, waste generation and management is already a major challenge. The industrialization and urbanization process in the country, dominated by one major city – Nairobi, which has around four times the population of the next largest urban centre (Mombasa) – has witnessed an exponential increase in the generation of solid waste. It is projected that by 2030, about 50 per cent of the Kenyan population will be urban.
Aim:
A healthy, safe, secure and sustainable solid waste management system fit for a world – class city.
Improve and protect the public health of Nairobi residents and visitors.
Ecological health, diversity and productivity and maximize resource recovery through the participatory approach.
Goals:
Build awareness and capacity for source separation as essential components of sustainable waste management.
Build new environmentally sound infrastructure and systems for safe disposal of residual waste and replacing current dumpsites which should be commissioned.
Current solid waste management situation:
The status.
Solid waste generation rate is at 2240 tones / day
collection efficiently is at about 50%.
Actors i.e. city authorities, CBO’s , private firms and self-disposal
Current SWM Situation in Nairobi City:
Solid waste generation – collection – dumping
Good Practices:
• Separation – recycling – marketing.
• Open dumpsite dandora dump site through public education on source separation of waste, of which the situation can be reversed.
• Nairobi is one of the C40 cities in this respect , various actors in the solid waste management space have adopted a variety of technologies to reduce short lived climate pollutants including source separation , recycling , marketing of the recycled products.
• Through the network, it should expect to benefit from expertise of the different actors in the network in terms of applicable technologies and practices in reducing the short-lived climate pollutants.
Good practices:
Despite the dismal collection of solid waste in Nairobi city, there are practices and activities of informal actors (CBOs, CBO-SACCOs and yard shop operators) and other formal industrial actors on solid waste collection, recycling and waste reduction.
Practices and activities of these actor groups are viewed as innovations with the potential to change the way solid waste is handled.
CHALLENGES:
• Resource Allocation.
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Enhanced action and stakeholder engagement for sustainable peatland management
Policy Paper (advanced draft) with Recommendations to Government on Renewable Energy.
1. Prepared and presented By Dr. Joshua Zake (PhD), Executive Director-Environmental Alert, during the
Regional Policy Dialogue on Sustainable and Renewable Energy- Mid-Albertine Graben Districts at MIIKA Eco
Resort Hotel, Hoima , 20th -21st November 2017.
Email: ed@envalert.org or joszake@gmail.com
Policy Paper (advanced draft) with
Recommendations to Government on
Renewable Energy
2. Outline of the presentation
A) Background/context for the CSOs policy paper on Renewable Energy
B) Methods and approaches used
C) Key Achievements for the Renewable Energy sub-sector
D) Where we want to be as a Country by 2040
E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop on
Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
F) About Environmental Alert
3. A) Background/context for the CSOs policy paper
• Most of the policies in the energy sub-sector have matured, thus are due for review - given the
changes in the operating context, several issues have emerged and therefore policy commitments
& strategies should be refined to meet the requirements.
• The GoU through MEMD embarked on the process to review the policies.
• CSOs in the renewable energy sub sector like other stakeholders will be consulted as part of the
policy review process to give their views and inputs.
• Environmental Alert in collaboration with the WWF-UCO and within the framework of the Clean
Energy Access Project Phase II and with funding from NORAD is mobilizing and coordinating
CSOs for value adding and structured engagements (e.g. dialogues) with MEMD to give input into
the policy process
4. B) Methods and approaches used
A) Literature review of relevant documents on RE including; (energy policy 2002, Renewable
energy policy 2007, vision 2040, NDPII, Energy report 2015 among others)
B) Gap analysis tool which involved comparison of the desired situation with the current
situation with clear analysis of the underlying gaps/ limitations towards achievement of the
desired situation.
Thus, the current situation in the renewable energy sub sector in Uganda was superimposed to
the desired situation based GoU aspirations in the NDP II and Vision 2040.
The challenges and opportunities their in are the basis for the suggested recommendations to
enable the transition from the current to the desired situation.
5. B) Methods and approaches used
C) The suggested recommendations were presented during the Stakeholder’s validation
workshop on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, held on 15th November
2017 at Hotel Africana.
--During the same meeting additional presentations were made by other key stakeholders
(MEMD, Makerere University – School of Women and Gender Studies and the College of
Agriculture, Forestry and Environment Sciences) to give a fair presentation of the
achievements, emerging issues (challenges and opportunities) for the renewable energy
sector over the 10 years of policy implementation
D) All these were discussed and validated to come with shared or joint issues and
recommendations presented as the CSOs position paper on the renewable energy policy
review
6. C) Key Achievements for the Renewable Energy sub-sector
a. Platforms for public awareness on the benefits and opportunities of renewable energy
technologies and appropriate institutions e.g. so far 9 annual energy week have been conducted;
b. Increased stakeholder participation e.g. during the Annual Joint Sector Review processes and
presence of the Sector Working Group that enable joint planning for sector development;
c. Government has established financial frameworks e.g. Uganda Energy Credit Capitalization
Company (UECCC) that facilitates investments in RE sector. Its objective is to provide financial and
technical support for re projects and programs;
d. Uganda Energy Capitalization Trust a framework for pulling resources from government r and
development partners for development of RE projects;
e. Development of the scaling up renewable energy investment plan that is being implemented.
7. C) Key Achievements for the Renewable Energy sub-sector
e. Government programs such as Promotion of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
Programme (PREEP), biofuels, waste to energy, have been implemented to increase
access to renewable energy technologies among communities and stakeholders.
Despite the achievements, the sector still faces both policy and practical challenges. For
example:
--Weak institutional and legal frameworks,
--Inadequate financial support for RETs development;
--Inadequate hydro power supply;
--High costs of RETs, its poor dissemination rate;
--Limited awareness on the available renewable energy technologies;
--Limited data and information on resource base hindering development of bankable projects.
8. D) Where we want to be as a Country by 2040
The vision 2040 ---“A trans-formed Ugandan society from a peas-ant to a modern and
prosperous country within 30 years”.
• This involves changing from a predominantly low income to a competitive upper middle
income country within 30 years.
• It is envisaged that the country will graduate to the middle income segment by 2017
and reach a per capita of USD 9,500 by 2040.
• The Renewable Energy sub-sector through its policies, laws and programs must
contribute the Vision 2040
9. Situational analysis of the Renewable Energy sector
Current situation Desired situation - based on Vision 2040 and NDPII
1. High Population growth of an annual rate of
3.2%. This is projected to reach 93.4 million in the
next 30 years. This will exert more pressure on the
environment and natural resources. Over 90% still
depends on biomass.
Increased access to electricity. The NDPII also
recognizes this need hence setting its target of
percentage of the population with access to
electricity from 14% to 30%
A situation where there is sustainable utilization of
Renewable Energy
2. Financing and investment in the renewable
energy sector is still low. There is still lack of
appropriate financing mechanisms to facilitate the
development and promotion of RETs.
--Private sector can easily access funding for
investments in RETs for sector development.
--Government will invest in R&D and pro-vide
incentives to encourage use of renewable energy.
10. Situational analysis of the Renewable Energy sector
Current situation Desired situation - based on Vision 2040 and NDPII
(2016-2020)
3. Innovations and technologies
--efficiency and effectiveness
--standards and value for money
--affordability and accessibility
-Limited information on utilization of RETs
by population
--Increased access to clean, affordable and reliable
energy sources to facilitate industrialization as
emphasized in vision 2040.
--A situation where people are aware of the various
renewable energy technologies/ alternatives to make
informed choices
-- Emphasis will be put on improving energy efficiency by
promoting use of energy efficient technologies.
Government will support upgrading of industrial
technologies to less energy consuming technologies.
11. Situational analysis of the Renewable Energy sector
Current situation Desired situation - based on Vision 2040
and NDPII (2016-2020)
4. Weak Institutional framework to support
effective extension support and guidance
for sustainable utilization of renewable
energy resources among beneficiaries at
household and community levels
Building the required institutional capacity
at all levels (national, local and community)
for effective implementation and
enforcement of the policy and legal
framework
5. Legal framework for renewable energy
i.e. current policy and legislation may not
effectively address the emerging issues in
the sub sector
To develop and enforce policy commitments
through appropriate acts and regulations.
12. Situational analysis of the Renewable Energy sector
6. Stakeholder engagement and participation – the
renewable energy policy provides for participation
various Ministries, Departments and Agencies.
However, its silent on how CSOs in the sector should
participate. Despite this, there is some space for CSOs
participation through the annual Joint sector review,,
Energy week, sector working group
--Advance all inclusive stakeholder participation and
engagement to add value in policy formulation and
implementation based on their mandates, interests,
concerns and competences
7. Low level of access to modern energy technologies - Increased access to electricity and use of
renewable energy technologies. The Uganda
Vision 2040 puts the target at 80% access to
modern energy by 2040, up from the access rate
of 14% in 2013.
- In-vest in energy technologies and in Research
&Development.
13. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review attention Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the
Renewable Energy policy review processes
A) Financing and Investment
i) Inadequate public financing to advance increased
investment and access to clean renewable energy to
match the growing demands across the country
ii) High investment costs for energy projects
a) GoU through the Ministry of Finance, Planning and
Economic Development should increase the budget
ceiling and allocations to the Renewable Energy sub-
sector
b) MEMD should pursue/fast-track financing and
investment in the sector through public private
partnerships (PPP), to increase finance and investment in
the sector
14. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy
review attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
B) Research and development
i) Inadequate research and
development
a) MEMD & Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development should
allocate and commit more funds for research and development, especially in
geothermal energy
ii) Limited information on
utilization of RETs by population.
Thus, what proportion of the
population (by location) is using
which RETs?
b) MEMD, R&D institutions (such as UBoS, NAFORRI, Academia, Academia and
CSOs) should carry out demand market driven studies/research on RETs
consumption
c) Advance improved technologies for utilization renewable energy sources
especially charcoal e.g. improved charcoal kilns; establishing early maturing tree
species for wood and charcoal production; Establish Biomass energy plantations in
collaboration with Agricultural Private companies
15. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable
Energy policy review processes
B) Research and development
iii) There is inadequate dissemination of energy
data
iv) Inadequate information on resource
availability for energy projects such as
(geothermal, solar, wind, and mini- and micro-
hydro)
d) More effort should be made (by MEMD) to disseminate useful
energy information to stakeholders
v) There are uncoordinated efforts in energy
research and development with R&D
institutions at different levels
e) MEMD should enhance coordination of R&D in renewable energy
through effective coordination with R&D institutions (such as
Academia, NAFORRI, CSOs)
16. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
C) Policy legislation, enforcement, monitoring and reporting
i) Weak enforcement and regulation
-- Biomass safety – how can it be regulated?
--Illegal power connections
--Unregulated charcoal trade and illegal timber
trade
--Weak governance in the renewable energy
sector
a) MEMD, MWE and UNBS should develop and advance enforcement of
appropriate regulations and standards
b) MEMD and MWE should support Local Governments i.e. district and sub
counties to development and implement Renewable energy strategies,
ordinances and bylaws to advance sustainable Renewable energy utilization
c) The renewable energy policy should streamline and strengthen
Governance including transparency, accountability, social responsibility, rule
of law
ii) Weak coordination, monitoring, reporting of
activities, data collection, accountability, by
various actors
--Reporting and tracking the impact of funding
and investment in renewable energy sector
d) More effort should be made (by MEMD) to disseminate useful energy
information to stakeholders at all levels.
17. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
C) Policy legislation, enforcement, monitoring and reporting
iii) Weak/inadequate coordination of
different players and stakeholders
--Overlapping and at times conflicting
institutional mandates (MEMD, MWE,
MAAIF)
e) Charcoal transporters and traders need to be involved in the awareness creation
and trade in briquettes/pellets.
f) CSOs should strengthen their targeted awareness, training, advocacy and
monitoring function through value adding partnership and collaboration with
MEMD;
g) MEMD should strengthen collaboration with CSOs, Religious and Cultural
Institutions advance targeted awareness to change attitudes, knowledge and
practices in respect RETs.
iv) All the policies in the MEMD have
been implemented/matured – impact
evaluation studies of the policies were
done and published
h) MEMD should ensure that the Renewable energy policy is consistent and
coherent with several other relevant policies in the energy and other sectors
(ENR, Agriculture)
18. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
C) Policy legislation, enforcement, monitoring and reporting
v) Weak Institutional framework to support
effective extension support and guidance for
sustainable utilization of renewable energy
resources among beneficiaries at household and
community levels
vii) Weak integration of the RE initiatives in local
government (district and sub county) planning and
implementation
i) MEMD should establish a decentralized coordination at District
Local Government levels to support the promotion of renewable
energy investments at the lowest level, for instance through
establishing technical officers or focal points;
j) MEMD should support Local Governments to mainstream RE in
local government (district and sub county) planning and
implementation
viii) Clarifying the new roles of institutions given
the current operating context and based on their
capacities and competences
k) Support CSOs, Religious & Cultural Institutions to enhance their
knowledge in RETs as well as to be able to reach more people
19. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
D) Energy consumption and utilization
i) Increasing power consumptions per capita;
ii) Low modern energy coverage throughout the
country, especially in the rural areas. Current
coverage is about 6% rural and overall 16%
nationally.
iii) Inadequate utilization of liquid biofuels as well
as municipal and industrial waste for energy
a) MEMD should upscale establishment of mini-hydro power
generation targeting remote and rural areas with potentials to
have these developed
b) MEMD in collaboration with Urban Authorities should invest in
development of resources like agricultural, municipal wastes, peat,
sun, wind power and geo thermal energy.
iv) High tarrifs for electricity (i.e. HEP from the
main grid)
c) MEMD should consider subsidizing/reducing on the cost of
electricity so that a large proportion of the population access the
main grid can afford.
20. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
E) Emerging issues in the operating environment
i) New GoU policies and international commitments (UNFCCC, UNCBD,
UNCCD) developed outside the RE sub-sector that have impact on the
sub sector e.g. Climate change policy & draft bill; draft Environment
policy and bill; National REDD+ strategy
ii) Climate change – fossil fuels (deforestation for … including
biomass), but what proportion of deforestation is due to biomass
conversion
iii) New emerging roles for the institutions due to changes in the
sector, -- Technological advancement e.g. ICT,
a) MEMD should ensure that the Renewable energy
policy is consistent and coherent with several new GoU
policies and international commitments and include
strategies on how the policy will contribute to these
commitments
iv) High Population growth of an annual rate of 3.2%. This is projected
to reach 93.4 million in the next 30 years. This will exert more pressure
on the environment and natural resources. Over 90% still depends on
biomass.
b) Advance access to alternative clean energy RETs
beyond biomass;
C) Support youth to participate actively to invest in RET
enterprises for employment and income generation
21. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
E) Emerging issues in the operating environment
v) Developments in the oil and gas sub-sector and
associated ambitious targets
c) MEMD should explored synergies between the Oil and gas
sector developments with those for the renewable energy sub
sector.
F) Renewable Energy Technologies
i) Protection of the local industry/private sector
manufacturing RETs
a) The Renewable energy policy should maintain and increase
tax barriers on some RETs e.g. improved cooking stoves ….from
outside – foreign countries
ii) Limited technology transfer for the various RETs
e.g. for stoves
b) The Renewable energy policy should advance tax relief on
machinery for transfer of appropriate technology and
machinery
iii) Quality and standard assurance, certification and
regulation of the RETs and associated equipment
c) MEMD, MWE and UNBS should develop and advance
enforcement of appropriate regulations and standards
22. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
F) Renewable Energy Technologies
v) Inefficient uses of the energy sources d) MEMD through collaboration with Urban Authorities should
advance utilization of municipal waste for energy production as
well as liquid biofuels require emphasis too.
vi) The high upfront costs for renewable energy
technologies
e) Government to provide incentives to subsides the cost of
technologies
vii) High cost of RETs (especially gas…) limit utilization f) The RE policy should subsidize the prices for LPG
23. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
G) Social and environment impacts of the policies and laws
i) Poor management and disposal of wastes from RETs a) MEMD should consider conducting the Social and
Environment Impact Assessment (SESA) for the policy to
generate clear mitigation plans and actions
H) Gender and renewable energy
i) Limited access to the RETs by the most vulnerable
communities (need for the definition of the vulnerable)
a) MEMD should develop a gender guidelines and strategy to
support gender mainstreaming;
24. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
H) Gender and renewable energy
ii) Culture and attitude barriers in utilization and adoption of clean RETs.
For instance, in Karamoja due to strong culture, men have power to decide on
very sensitive issues like if a woman is charging using solar for income the
man might refuse because he wants brewing for example 98% of the
households are male headed (Akwango et al 2017);
Preference for food (e.g. matooke, millet) cooked using rudimentary RETs as
opposed to improved and clean RETs in several rural communities.
--Urban communities in Kampala prefer meat roasted using biomass (i.e.
firewood & charcoal)
b) Provide significant subsidies to enable the
most vulnerable communities access clean
RETs
c) MEMD should enhance collaboration
between the Ministry of Gender, Labor and
Socio Development to support and advance
mainstreaming of gender in RE sector
policies planning and implementation at all
levels;
25. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
H) Gender and renewable energy
iii) High Poverty levels in Uganda which are in all types, like Karamoja were
approximately 82 % the population lives in absolute poverty, compared to the
national average of 31% (IGAD 2015), with Only 1.5% of the households
earning a salaried income and over 94% living in mud and grass thatched
houses (Akwango et al 2017).
iv) Limited access to finance for acquiring energy for some women and men.
Some women don’t have collateral security to obtain a loan to install solar or
UMEME.
v) Non-recognition and acceptance of energy as a basic need, just like is water
& food within within development circles as a basic need, as have water and
food.
d) A participatory planning approach
specifically in rural areas actively
involving all the gender categories
(men, women, boys, girls, old, people
with disabilities);
e) Gender methodological approach
backed with disaggregated data;
26. E) CSO policy recommendations based on the Stakeholder’s validation workshop
on Renewable Energy Policy Review and Gap Analyses, 15th November 2017.
Key issues which require policy review
attention
Key suggested recommendations for consideration in the Renewable Energy
policy review processes
H) Gender and renewable energy
vi) Limited access to improved & clean RETs by schools
and health centers in very remote areas
vii) Issues of control and ownership and how it impacts on
access and utilization of RETs
e) Advance targeted gender awareness and training among
all stakeholders at all levels (village, community, local and
national level;
f) Financial commitment is crucial for realizing gender-
aware policies;
g) Promote installation and use of incinerators in schools;
h) Promote use of Village Loan and Saving Scheme to scale
up RETs for improved access and benefit to women groups
27. F) About Environmental Alert
• EA was founded in 1988 and is officially registered NGO with board. Thus, in 2018 – EA will make
30 years of contribution to food security and sustainable environment and natural resources
management in Uganda.
• EA is a 1st prize winner of the Energy globe award for environmental sustainability-2005 under
the category, earth.
• EA is a member of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and a Member of
The IUCN National Committee for Uganda.
• EA in 10 years 2016-2025, envisions, ‘Resilient and dignified communities, managing their
environment and natural resources sustainably.’
• EA’s mission is to, ‘Contribute to improved livelihoods of vulnerable communities by enhancing
agricultural productivity and sustainable natural resources management.’
28. F) About Environmental Alert
Program and institutional Components:
1. Environment and Natural resources management;
2. Food security and Nutrition;
3. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene;
4. Finance and Administration;
-Resource mobilization and Investment;
-Image and visibility
29. F) About Environmental Alert ………. Cont’d
EA hosts Secretariat for following networks:
a) The Network for Civil Society Organizations in Environment & Natural Resources
Sector (ENR-CSO Network) http://enr-cso.org/ ;
b) Uganda Forestry Working Group http://ufwg.envalert.org/;
c) The Standards Development Group; and
d) Promoting Local Innovation in ecologically oriented agriculture and natural
resources management (PROLINNOVA-Uganda Network)
http://www.prolinnova.net/uganda.
30. F) About Environmental Alert
Scale of Implementation:
• EA operates in selected districts (in 2016, EA facilitated engagements reached 23
districts – directly and indirectly) for generation of evidence to inform policy
engagements on agriculture, environment and natural resources at National and
International levels.
• EA undertakes area wide (through radio, print media, social media) targeted
awareness (illustrative posters, policy briefs, issues papers) on selected issues in
agriculture, environment and natural resources engagements.