A literature review on Integrated Rural Energy Utilities (IREUs) published by Restio Energy Ltd as part of a REEEP-funded project suggests an IREU would make sense in each of the countries reviewed and that there is a strong interest from various parties in Uganda to continue with development.
Using crops in a unique barter system, a new microfinance project in the Solomon Islands has successfully implemented a solar lighting finance scheme, enabling communities to trade crops for much needed access to light.
Tamil Nadu is investing in energy efficiency in the state’s water services and street lighting in 29 of its 45 city authorities. Power bills typically represent 40-60% of the total costs of running urban water plants.
