A Disruptive Innovation that Could End the Grid 

From the discovery of X-rays in the 19th Century to Uber and Netflix, disruptive innovations continue to change the trajectory…

The Renewable Investment Bag

Africa is richly endowed with renewable sources of energy. From the high radiation of sunlight to…

Biomass Should Play a Limited Role in Decarbonisation – ETC

ETC says that biomass use should be limited to ensure sustainability. Biomass production should not compete…

Daystar Power Secures $20m Facility from IFC

The facility will help Daystar Power deliver against its project pipeline in Nigeria.  Today, Daystar Power,…

GCF Approves $170.9m in Co-Financing for AfDB’s LEAF Programme

  The GCF has approved $170m in financing for AfDB’sLEAF programme. The programme aims to strengthen…

Shell Begins Operations at 10MW Electrolyser in Germany

  Shell has started operations of a 10MW electrolyser in Germany. The electrolyser will produce 1,300…

MUFG Secures $163m Financing for 300 MW Solar Project in India

  MUFG has closed financing for a 300MW solar plant in India. Azure Power will develop…

The Role of Women in Utility Advancements Across Africa

Until recently, successive governments have overlooked a valuable resource in planning and executing development-focused programmes in…

EIB Approves $95m for Geothermal Projects Financing in East Africa

The EIB has approved $95m for geothermal project financing in the East Africa Rift Valley region.…

World Bank Approves $168m for Solar Electrification in Burkina Faso

The World Bank has approved loans of about $168m for Burkina Faso. The loans will support…