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Managing Solar PV Waste in Nigeria’s Growing Off-Grid Sector

Timilehin Adewale — Tue, 12 May 2026 22:11:29 GMT

Examines the environmental and policy implications of solar photovoltaic waste management in Nigeria’s expanding off-grid energy sector.

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== Introduction ==
The expansion of solar energy systems has increased access to electricity in many underserved areas. However, the growth of solar deployment also raises concerns about the management of end-of-life photovoltaic (PV) components. A report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) examines the long-term implications of solar PV waste and the importance of developing appropriate recycling and waste management systems. This article explores the relevance of these issues for Nigeria’s off-grid sector.
== Background ==
Solar PV systems contain components such as:
Glass
Aluminium
Silicon materials
Electrical components
As systems reach the end of their operational life, improper disposal can create environmental and waste management challenges.
The increasing adoption of off-grid solar technologies means that planning for end-of-life management is becoming increasingly important.
== Key Insights ==
=== 1. Growth of Solar PV Waste Volumes ===
As solar deployment expands globally, the volume of retired PV panels is expected to increase significantly over time.
=== 2. Recycling Potential ===
Many materials used in solar panels can be recovered and reused through recycling processes.
=== 3. Importance of Early Planning ===
Developing waste management systems before waste volumes increase can reduce future environmental and operational challenges.
=== 4. Need for Regulatory Frameworks ===
Policies and standards are important for guiding collection, recycling and disposal practices.
=== 5. Opportunities for Circular Economy Approaches ===
Recycling and material recovery can support resource efficiency and create economic opportunities within renewable energy value chains.
== Relevance to Nigeria ==
Nigeria’s off-grid solar market is expanding rapidly, particularly through mini-grids and standalone solar systems. While current waste volumes remain relatively low, future growth in retired equipment is expected.
Addressing solar PV waste management can help:
Reduce environmental risks
Improve sustainability of renewable energy deployment
Support responsible lifecycle management practices
Encourage development of recycling capacity
== Implementation Considerations ==
Developing effective waste management systems may require:
National guidelines for solar equipment disposal
Support for recycling and material recovery initiatives
Public awareness on end-of-life management
Integration of lifecycle considerations into energy planning
Collaboration between government agencies, private sector actors and development partners is important.
== Strategic Implications ==
Managing solar PV waste is an important component of long-term renewable energy sustainability. Integrating lifecycle management into off-grid energy planning can strengthen environmental performance and support more resilient energy systems.
For Nigeria, proactive planning can help ensure that the growth of the solar sector remains environmentally sustainable over time.
== Further Reading ==
International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). [https://www.irena.org/-/media/Files/IRENA/Agency/Publication/2016/IRENA_IEAPVPS_End-of-Life_Solar_PV_Panels_2016.pdf End-of-Life Management: Solar Photovoltaic Panels]
== Attribution and Licence ==
This article summarises material from a publicly available IRENA report on solar photovoltaic lifecycle management.
== Categories ==
[[Category:Nigeria Off-Grid Solar Knowledge Hub]]
[[Category:Renewable Energy]]
[[Category:Electricity]]

Solar-Powered Cooling and Cold Chain Development in Rural Nigeria

Timilehin Adewale — Tue, 12 May 2026 22:09:42 GMT

Explores the role of solar-powered cooling systems in reducing post-harvest losses and strengthening agricultural value chains in rural Nigeria.

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== Introduction ==
Reliable cooling systems are important for preserving agricultural products, improving food security and supporting rural livelihoods. The International Finance Corporation (IFC) highlights that sustainable cooling solutions can strengthen agricultural value chains and reduce post-harvest losses in developing economies. This article examines the role of solar-powered cooling systems and their relevance to rural Nigeria.
== Background ==
Many rural communities face limited access to reliable electricity, making conventional refrigeration systems difficult to operate. As a result, agricultural products such as fruits, vegetables, fish and dairy products are often lost before reaching markets.
Solar-powered cooling technologies provide an alternative approach for supporting cold storage in off-grid and underserved areas.
== Key Insights ==
=== 1. Reduction of Post-Harvest Losses ===
Cold storage systems help preserve perishable products, reducing spoilage and improving product quality.
=== 2. Improved Market Access ===
Longer storage periods enable producers to access wider markets and reduce pressure to sell products immediately after harvest.
=== 3. Income Stabilisation ===
By reducing losses and improving product quality, cooling systems can support more stable incomes for farmers and small businesses.
=== 4. Reduced Dependence on Diesel Systems ===
Solar-powered systems can reduce operating costs and dependence on diesel generators for refrigeration.
=== 5. Support for Rural Enterprises ===
Cooling infrastructure can support fisheries, dairy production, food processing and agricultural aggregation centres.
== Relevance to Nigeria ==
Nigeria experiences significant post-harvest losses across agricultural value chains due to limited cold storage infrastructure. Rural and off-grid communities are particularly affected.
Integrating solar-powered cooling solutions can:
Improve food preservation
Enhance rural market participation
Support local economic activities
Reduce operational energy costs
== Implementation Considerations ==
Successful deployment requires:
Access to financing for cooling infrastructure
Technical support and maintenance capacity
Integration with local agricultural systems
Reliable business models for cold storage operations
Training and community engagement are also important for long-term sustainability.
== Strategic Implications ==
Cold chain development is increasingly recognised as an important component of rural development and agricultural modernisation. Combining renewable energy systems with cooling technologies can strengthen the economic impact of electrification programmes.
For Nigeria, solar-powered cooling systems offer opportunities to improve agricultural resilience and strengthen rural value chains.
== Further Reading ==
International Finance Corporation (IFC). [https://www.ifc.org/en/what-we-do/programs-projects/sustainable-cooling Sustainable Cooling Initiative]
== Attribution and Licence ==
This article summarises material from publicly available IFC resources on sustainable cooling and cold chain development.
== Categories ==
[[Category:Nigeria Off-Grid Solar Knowledge Hub]]
[[Category:Energy Access]]
[[Category:Renewable Energy]]

Tariff Design Considerations for Nigeria’s Mini-Grid Sector

Timilehin Adewale — Tue, 12 May 2026 22:02:44 GMT

Examines key considerations in mini-grid tariff design, including affordability, cost recovery and financial sustainability in rural electrification systems.

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== Introduction ==
Tariff design plays an important role in determining the financial sustainability and affordability of mini-grid systems. A technical report published by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) examines approaches to tariff design for decentralised energy systems, highlighting the balance between cost recovery and consumer affordability. This article summarises key considerations relevant to Nigeria’s mini-grid sector.
== Background ==
Mini-grid operators require sufficient revenue to cover:
Capital recovery
Operation and maintenance costs
Equipment replacement
Administrative expenses
At the same time, tariffs must remain affordable for users in rural and underserved communities.
Designing effective tariffs therefore involves balancing technical, economic and social considerations.
== Key Tariff Design Considerations ==
=== 1. Cost Recovery ===
Tariffs should reflect the actual cost of generating and distributing electricity to ensure the long-term viability of mini-grid operations.
=== 2. Affordability for Users ===
High tariffs may discourage electricity consumption or limit access for low-income households and businesses.
=== 3. Demand Profiles ===
Electricity demand patterns influence tariff structures. Productive users often consume electricity differently from residential users.
=== 4. Transparent Pricing Structures ===
Clear and understandable pricing systems improve consumer trust and reduce disputes related to billing.
=== 5. Flexibility and Adaptation ===
Tariff structures may need periodic adjustments based on changes in demand, fuel costs, technology prices or system expansion.
== Common Tariff Approaches ==
=== Flat Tariffs ===
Users pay a fixed rate regardless of consumption levels. This approach is simple but may not reflect actual usage patterns.
=== Consumption-Based Tariffs ===
Charges are linked to the amount of electricity consumed, encouraging efficient energy use.
=== Tiered Tariffs ===
Different rates apply at different consumption levels, allowing basic energy needs to remain affordable while higher usage attracts increased charges.
== Relevance to Nigeria ==
Nigeria’s mini-grid sector operates in diverse economic and geographic contexts. Tariff design affects:
Financial sustainability of operators
Consumer willingness to connect
Productive use of electricity
Investor confidence in the sector
Balancing affordability with sustainability remains a key regulatory and operational challenge.
== Implementation Considerations ==
Improving tariff systems may involve:
Data-driven demand assessments
Stakeholder engagement with communities
Regulatory guidance on tariff methodologies
Integration of productive-use demand into financial planning
Transparent communication with users is also essential.
== Strategic Implications ==
Effective tariff design supports the long-term sustainability of decentralised energy systems. Poorly designed tariffs can undermine both financial performance and consumer access.
For Nigeria, strengthening tariff methodologies can improve mini-grid performance and support broader rural electrification objectives.
== Further Reading ==
National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). [https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy20osti/75283.pdf Designing Tariffs for Mini-Grids]
== Attribution and Licence ==
This article summarises material from a publicly available technical report produced by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL).
== Categories ==
[[Category:Nigeria Off-Grid Solar Knowledge Hub]]
[[Category:Energy Access]]
[[Category:Electricity]]

Gender Dynamics in Productive Use of Electricity in Rural Nigeria

Timilehin Adewale — Tue, 12 May 2026 21:44:11 GMT

Examines how gender-related factors influence the productive use of electricity and the distribution of economic benefits in rural electrification programmes.

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== Introduction ==
Access to electricity can support income generation and economic participation in rural communities, but the benefits are not always distributed equally. Research published in Energy Research & Social Science examines the relationship between gender, energy access and productive use, highlighting the structural barriers that influence how women and men benefit from electrification. This article explores key findings from the literature and their relevance to rural Nigeria.
== Background ==
Productive use of electricity refers to the use of energy for activities that generate income or improve livelihoods. Examples include:
Agro-processing
Refrigeration and cold storage
Small-scale manufacturing
Retail and service enterprises
While electrification can create economic opportunities, gender-related constraints may affect access to finance, equipment, training and market participation.
== Key Findings from the Literature ==
=== 1. Unequal Access to Productive Assets ===
Women in many rural communities face limited access to productive equipment and financial resources needed to utilise electricity for business activities.
=== 2. Time and Labour Constraints ===
Household responsibilities can reduce the time available for women to engage in income-generating activities, even when electricity is available.
=== 3. Importance of Targeted Financing ===
Access to affordable financing is identified as a critical factor in enabling women-led enterprises to adopt electrical equipment and expand operations.
=== 4. Skills and Training Gaps ===
Technical and business training programmes influence the ability of users to translate energy access into productive outcomes.
=== 5. Social and Institutional Factors ===
Cultural norms and institutional structures can affect participation in productive use activities and decision-making processes related to energy use.
== Relevance to Nigeria ==
In Nigeria, rural electrification programmes increasingly recognise the importance of productive use of energy. However, gender disparities remain a challenge in many communities.
Addressing these barriers can:
Improve participation in local economic activities
Increase household income opportunities
Strengthen the developmental impact of electrification programmes
== Implementation Considerations ==
Supporting inclusive productive use of electricity may require:
Gender-responsive financing mechanisms
Capacity-building and technical training programmes
Inclusion of women in energy planning processes
Support for women-led enterprises and cooperatives
Integrating these considerations into rural electrification planning can improve overall programme outcomes.
== Strategic Implications ==
Understanding gender dynamics is important for ensuring that electrification contributes to broad-based rural development. Productive use initiatives that consider social and economic barriers are more likely to generate sustainable and inclusive benefits.
For Nigeria, incorporating gender-responsive approaches into energy access programmes can strengthen the long-term impact of off-grid electrification.
== Further Reading ==
Energy Research & Social Science. [https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2214629618306145 Linking Energy Access, Gender and Poverty: A Review of the Literature on Productive Uses of Energy]
== Attribution and Licence ==
This article summarises findings from a peer-reviewed open-access publication available through ScienceDirect.
== Categories ==
[[Category:Nigeria Off-Grid Solar Knowledge Hub]]
[[Category:Energy Access]]
[[Category:Electricity]]

Event - Asia Clean Energy Forum 2026

Hector Alfaro — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:45:26 GMT

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|Focus=Other, Renewable Energy
|Beginning=2026/06/08
|End=2026/06/11
|Country=Philippines
|Location=ADB Headquarters, Manila
|URL=https://asiacleanenergyforum.adb.org/
|Event description=The Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2026 marks a significant milestone as we celebrate the Asian Development Bank's 60th anniversary while addressing the most pressing challenges in clean energy transition.

ACEF 2026 signifies a crucial milestone in the institution’s energy engagement in Asia and the Pacific. The forum reflects ADB’s updated Energy Policy in 2025 and responds to the region’s growing demand for clean energy solutions that are secure, resilient, and inclusive. It takes place against a backdrop of economic uncertainty in Asia and the Pacific, with regional growth projected to slow to 4.0% in 2026. At the same time, persistent energy access gaps continue to affect more than 400 million people, while rising geopolitical and trade tensions add further pressure on economies across the region.

ACEF serves as a regional platform for collaboration, knowledge exchange, and the promotion of practical clean energy solutions that go beyond conventional transition models. The forum will bring together a diverse range of stakeholders including governments, private sector actors, academia, financial institutions, NGOs, and development partners to collectively address the region's pressing energy challenges and emerging opportunities.

ACEF 2026 will focus on advancing four essential areas: (i) building energy security through diversified, reliable clean energy sources; (ii) developing resilient systems that can withstand disruptions; (iii) promoting inclusion through equitable access and participation; and (iv) developing intelligent energy systems that use digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and smart grids to improve management efficiency.
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Event - Intersolar Europe: The World’s Leading Exhibition for the Solar Industry

Hector Alfaro — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:41:59 GMT

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|Event Organizer=Intersolar Europe
|Event Type=Conferences & Exhibitions
|Focus=Solar, Other
|Beginning=2026/06/22
|Event Time Zone=CEST
|End=2026/06/25
|Event Time Zone2=CEST
|Country=Germany
|Location=Messe München & ICM München
|URL=https://www.intersolar.de/home
|Event description=Exhibition: June 23–25, 2026, Messe München
Conference: June 22–23, 2026, ICM München
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Event - Africa Energy Forum 2026

Hector Alfaro — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:37:59 GMT

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|Event Organizer=The Ministry of Electricity and Energy, South Africa
|Event Type=Forum & Symposium
|Focus=Other, Renewable Energy
|Beginning=2026/06/16
|End=2026/06/19
|Country=South Africa
|Location=Cape Town CTICC 1
|URL=https://energy-news-network.com/networking/africa-energy-forum/
|Event description=The continent’s most strategic investor gathering, the Africa Energy Forum (aef) will return to Cape Town from 16–19 June 2026, with a theme focused on pragmatic, diversified energy solutions to support industrialisation. The Africa Energy Forum (aef) 2026, under Building Africa’s Industrialised Future, reflects the need to power growth for more than 1.5 billion people.

aef 2026 connects energy, critical minerals, infrastructure, finance and technology – driving the shift from ambition to execution and from resources to value creation, as Africa takes a central role in global supply chains and long-term investment.

Building Africa’s Industrialised Future starts here.
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Publication - 24/7 Renewables: The Economics of Firm Solar and Wind

Hector Alfaro — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:34:38 GMT

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|Pub Title=24/7 Renewables: The Economics of Firm Solar and Wind
|Pub Organization=IRENA
|Pub Author=IRENA
|Pub Month=May
|Pub Year=2026
|Pub Abstract=Solar and wind have become the cheapest sources of new electricity generation worldwide. As renewable penetration rises, however, the central challenge of the energy transition is increasingly one of adequacy and flexibility – ensuring that clean electricity is available when and where it is needed. This report addresses that challenge by introducing firm levelised cost of electricity (firm LCOE) – a transparent, project-level benchmark for assessing the cost of delivering continuous, reliable electricity from co-located solar PV, onshore wind and battery energy storage systems.

The analysis shows that the cost of firm renewable electricity has declined rapidly across all major technologies and markets. In high-quality solar and wind resource regions, co-located hybrid systems can already deliver round-the-clock electricity at costs competitive with - and in many cases below - those of new fossil-fuel generation. China currently defines the global cost floor, while costs in Brazil, India, South Africa, Australia, and the Gulf region are declining rapidly towards fossil-fuel cost parity.

The report identifies key drivers of firm renewable costs – technology performance, resource quality and system configuration – and examines the policy levers that are proving decisive in translating cost competitiveness into deployment at scale. It concludes that the technologies are maturing, the costs are falling and the commercial demand is growing. The pace at which firm renewable electricity is deployed will be among the most consequential determinants of the global energy transition in the decade ahead.
|Pub Download=https://www.irena.org/Publications/2026/May/24-7-renewables-The-economics-of-firm-solar-and-wind
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Event - Negative Emissions Summit 2026

Hector Alfaro — Mon, 11 May 2026 10:32:33 GMT

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|Event Organizer=Negative Emissions Platform
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|Focus=Other, Climate Change
|Beginning=2026/06/04
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|Event Time Zone=CES
|End=2026/06/04
|End time=18:30PM
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|Country=Belgium
|Location=MIX Brussels
|URL=https://www.negative-emissions.org/negative-emissions-summit-2026The world’s largest carbon removals policy summit returns to Brussels
|Event description=Europe is entering the decade where durable, high-integrity carbon removals move from “promising” to “system-critical”. The Negative Emissions Summit 2026 convenes policymakers, industry leaders, investors, and CDR providers to focus on one central question:

How do we create credible, scalable demand for permanent carbon removals, fast enough to strengthen EU competitiveness, enable investment, and deliver climate outcomes?

This year’s Summit is built around the mechanisms that can unlock durable demand at scale, especially compliance-driven routes (including the EU ETS) and near-term public purchasing and support schemes that help Europe ramp up capacity before full compliance integration.
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Efficient Appliances and Energy Demand Management in Nigeria’s Off-Grid Sector

Timilehin Adewale — Thu, 07 May 2026 12:21:09 GMT

Examines the role of efficient appliances in reducing energy demand, improving system performance and enhancing the affordability of off-grid solar systems.

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== Summary ==
Examines the role of efficient appliances in reducing energy demand, improving system performance and enhancing the affordability of off-grid solar systems.
== Introduction ==
In off-grid solar systems, electricity demand is closely linked to the types of appliances used by consumers. Research from the Efficiency for Access Coalition highlights that appliance efficiency plays a critical role in determining system performance, affordability and overall energy access outcomes. This article examines how efficient appliances influence demand management and their relevance for Nigeria’s off-grid sector.
== Background ==
Off-grid solar systems are typically designed with limited generation capacity. As a result, inefficient appliances can quickly exceed system limits, leading to poor performance and higher costs.
Demand-side management focuses on optimising energy consumption by improving the efficiency of appliances and encouraging appropriate usage patterns.
== Key Insights ==
=== 1. Reduced Energy Demand ===
Efficient appliances consume less electricity while delivering the same level of service. This allows users to maximise the benefits of limited energy supply.
=== 2. Improved System Performance ===
Lower demand reduces stress on system components, improving reliability and extending equipment lifespan.
=== 3. Cost Savings for Users ===
Efficient appliances reduce energy consumption, lowering electricity costs for consumers over time.
=== 4. Better System Design and Sizing ===
When appliance efficiency is considered, systems can be designed more accurately, avoiding over-sizing or under-performance.
=== 5. Increased Access to Services ===
Efficient appliances enable users to access more energy services within the same system capacity.
== Relevance to Nigeria ==
In Nigeria, many off-grid users rely on basic solar systems with limited capacity. The adoption of inefficient appliances can reduce system effectiveness and limit the benefits of electrification.
Promoting efficient appliances can:
Improve affordability of energy services
Enhance reliability of mini-grid systems
Support productive use of electricity
Reduce overall system costs
== Implementation Considerations ==
To support appliance efficiency, stakeholders should:
Promote standards and labelling for off-grid appliances
Facilitate access to efficient equipment through financing schemes
Raise awareness among users about energy-efficient practices
Integrate demand-side considerations into system planning
== Strategic Implications ==
Appliance efficiency is a critical but often overlooked component of energy access. Integrating demand-side management into off-grid planning can improve system performance and ensure more sustainable electrification outcomes in Nigeria.
== Further Reading ==
Efficiency for Access Coalition. [https://efficiencyforaccess.org/publications/2019-state-of-the-off-grid-appliance-market-report/ 2019 State of the Off-Grid Appliance Market Report]
== Attribution and Licence ==
This article summarises material from a publicly available report by the Efficiency for Access Coalition.
== Categories ==
[[Category:Nigeria Off-Grid Solar Knowledge Hub]]
[[Category:Energy Access]]
[[Category:Electricity]]

Publication - The Multi-Tier Framework for Energy Access: Insights and Impact from a Decade of Surveys

Hector Alfaro — Wed, 06 May 2026 08:02:58 GMT

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|Pub Organization=ESMAP
|Pub Author=World Bank; Angelou, Nicolina; Kersey, Jessica; Koo, Bryan Bonsuk; Padam, Gouthami; Zaman, Fakhruz; Park, Jiyun; Amankwah, Akuffo; Oseni, Gbemisola; Palacios-Lopez, Amparo.
|Pub Month=March
|Pub Year=2026
|Pub Abstract=The Multi-Tier Framework (MTF) has redefined global energy access measurement by replacing binary indicators with a multidimensional approach that evaluates service quality across reliability, affordability, safety, and availability. Developed by the World Bank under its Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP), the MTF ranks access from Tier 0 to Tier 5, offering a more accurate picture of how energy is experienced in practice.

This report marks a decade of implementation of the Multi-Tier Framework (MTF), documenting 29 surveys across 27 countries and representing the most comprehensive effort to measure energy access beyond simple connectivity. Developed through collaboration between the Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) and the Living Standards Measurement Study (LSMS), the MTF established standardized survey instruments, field protocols, and analytical methods to generate the first internationally comparable, nationally representative datasets on electricity and cooking access. Implemented across diverse regions—including countries affected by fragility, conflict, and violence—these surveys provide an unprecedented evidence base for understanding how energy services are actually experienced.

The importance of this report lies in its ability to translate a decade of data into actionable insight. By revealing gaps between access and service quality, it equips governments, development partners, and researchers with the tools needed to design more effective, targeted energy policies and investments. The findings have strengthened global tracking of Sustainable Development Goal 7 and fostered a shared understanding of how energy access links to development outcomes. By consolidating empirical evidence, assessing policy applications, and outlining future priorities, the report positions the MTF as a critical foundation for advancing equitable, high-quality energy access worldwide.
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Event - Accelerating BESS Deployment: Technology, Markets, Safety, and Regional Pathways

Hector Alfaro — Wed, 06 May 2026 07:29:20 GMT

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|Event Organizer=ADB
|Event Type=Online Seminars
|Focus=Other, Renewable Energy
|Beginning=2026/05/13
|Beginning time=09:00AM
|Event Time Zone=CEST
|End=2026/05/13
|End time=10:00AM
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|Event description=This webinar will introduce the strategic role of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in supporting renewable energy integration, grid flexibility, and the wider energy transition in Asia and the Pacific. The session will cover key topics including grid-forming inverters, private sector participation, battery recycling and circular economy, and health and safety standards for BESS deployment.

The webinar will bring together regional stakeholders and international experts to share practical insights relevant to Cambodia, Mongolia, Viet Nam, and other countries advancing BESS deployment.
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Event - 2026 Open Source in Energy Access Symposium

Dimitrios Mentis — Tue, 05 May 2026 08:55:07 GMT

Event - 2026 Open Source in Energy Access Symposium

Dimitrios Mentis — Tue, 05 May 2026 08:54:19 GMT

2026 Open Source in Energy Access Symposium

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{{Events
|Event title=2026 Open Source in Energy Access Symposium
|Event Organizer=World Resources Institute, EnAccess Foundation
|Event Type=Forum & Symposium
|Focus=Cooking, Grid, Humanitarian Energy, Impacts, Mini-grid, Solar, Wind, Off-grid, Other, Climate Change, Energy Access, Financing and Business Models, Improved Cookstoves, Policy and Regulation, Water and Energy for Food, Productive Use, Renewable Energy
|Beginning=2026/10/26
|End=2026/10/27
|Country=Worldwide
|Location=CMU-Africa Innovation Hub, Kigali, Rwanda
|URL=https://www.oseas.org/home
|Event description=The Open Source in Energy Access Symposium (OSEAS) is the first global event dedicated to harnessing Open Source technologies to accelerate universal energy access. Co-organized by EnAccess and WRI Polsky Center for the Global Energy Transition, OSEAS has quickly become a flagship global gathering for open innovation in the energy sector.

The first edition took place in 2024 in Abuja, Nigeria, marking a groundbreaking moment in uniting global stakeholders.

The second edition, hosted in 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya, which drew even greater momentum.

Due to overwhelming demand from participants and partners, OSEAS is now set to become an annual event. The third edition will take place on October 26-27, 2026 in Kigali, Rwanda.

OSEAS 2026 will once again unite global policymakers, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, tech innovators and the Open Source Community to explore challenges, seize opportunities and create synergies. Based on your valued feedback, we’ve enhanced this year’s program with:

Expanded working group sessions

Dedicated poster exhibition space

Product fair

A donor roundtable

An improved hackathon experience

Site visit

Open Source technology and tools have been transforming the Energy Access landscape - enhancing interoperability, boosting cost efficiency, and ensuring high quality. However, it’s only recently that their full potential has started to shine through. By accelerating collaboration and dialogue, OSEAS 2026 aims to push us closer to universal energy access.
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 |Job title=Communications Advisor (m/f/d)
-|Organisation=GET.invest
+|Organisation=GET.invest (GIZ)
 |City=Brussels
 |Country=Belgium
 |Region=Europe and Central Asia
 |Type of job=temporary contract
-|Duration (in months)=38
+|Duration (in months)=24 months
-|Sector=Other
+|Sector=Renewable Energy
-|Application deadline=2022/09/27
+|Application deadline=2026/05/29
-|URL=https://jobs.euractiv.com/job/communications-advisor-mfd-getinvest-238846
+|URL=https://jobs.euractiv.com/jobs/communications-advisor-m-f-d/
 |Language of description=English
-|Job description=Communications Advisor (m/f/d)
+|Job description=About the Programme
-Communication is at the heart of our work, touching all thematic areas of our programme, and a crucial success factor to achieving our goals. Join our communications team if you are excited about a position with creative freedom and challenging projects, motivated by high-impact work in direct contact with a large network of organisations and initiatives, and looking for a dynamic working environment with colleagues who are passionate about their job.
+GET.invest (https://www.get-invest.eu/) is a European programme that supports investments in clean energy projects in partner countries. It is implemented by GIZ on behalf of the European Union, Germany, Norway, the Netherlands, Sweden and Austria, and is part of the GET.pro platform (https://www.global-energy-transformation.eu/).
-Your responsibilities include:
+The programme contributes to the European Union’s Global Gateway and focuses on sub-Saharan Africa, as well as selected activities in the Caribbean and Pacific. GET.invest combines advisory services, market intelligence, stakeholder engagement and targeted mobilisation to help clean energy projects and companies access financing. In this context, communication plays an important role in positioning the programme, supporting donor visibility, promoting services and results, and ensuring consistent, professional communication across a wide range of stakeholders and channels.
-*Managing day-to-day communications, implementing the communications strategy of a leading multi-million European technical assistance programme in the sustainable energy space.
+The Communications Advisor will play a central role in shaping and delivering the programme’s communications across strategic, editorial and operational dimensions, working closely with the Head of Communications on high-visibility communication at the interface of clean energy, investment and international cooperation. The role combines substantial ownership of core communication products and channels with close interaction across technical teams, country windows, donors, partners and external service providers.
-Your profile:
+For our office in Brussels we are looking for an Communications Advisor (m/f/d).
-*A Master’s degree, preferably in the area of communications, political sciences, environmental studies or similar
+Your Tasks
-We offer a temporary contract (15 November 2022 – 31 March 2026) with GIZ in Brussels under Belgian law. The position will be remunerated according to the level of experience. In addition to the legal holidays, you will receive 5 extra days of holiday per calendar year, as well as lunch checks, health insurance for hospitalisation and the reimbursement of a monthly ticket for Brussels public transport and the possibility for home office in accordance with our respective policy.
+*Lead the planning and coordination of editorial content across key communications channels, including the website, social media, newsletters and other internal and external communication formats.
-Please send your CV, motivation letter and two writing samples to [mailto:info@get-invest.eu info@get-invest.eu] by 27 September 2022 . We look forward to hearing from you!
+Your Profile
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 * '''Blue hydrogen''' is produced as well by splitting methane or coal with steam, but unlike grey hydrogen, most (not all) CO<sub>2</sub> emissions are captured and stored for reducing its climate impact.
 * '''Turquoise hydrogen''': using processes such as pyrolysis, the methane is split into H<sub>2</sub> and solid carbon black which can be more easily stored. At the moment, turquoise hydrogen is still at the pilot stage.
-* '''Green hydrogen''' is produced by splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using renewable electricity. No emissions occur.
+* '''Green hydrogen''' is produced by splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using renewable electricity. No emissions occur. For this process, electrolyzers are necessary. Watch here a [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQgZQ5mOCC4&t=55s video explaining the basic principle of how an electrolyzer works].
 Besides this color scheme, sometimes the wording “low-carbon hydrogen” is used. This refers to both green hydrogen and blue hydrogen, see IEA (2022): Africa Energy Outlook.

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 * IRENA (2018): [[Publication - Hydrogen from renewable power: Technology outlook for the energy transition|Hydrogen from renewable power: Technology outlook for the energy transition]]
 * Journal of Cleaner Production (2018): [https://www.researchgate.net/publication/325758536_Environmental_sustainability_of_renewable_hydrogen_in_comparison_with_conventional_cooking_fuels Environmental sustainability of renewable hydrogen in comparison with conventional cooking fuels]
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 OSEAS 2026 will once again unite global policymakers, entrepreneurs, industry leaders, tech innovators and the Open Source Community to explore challenges, seize opportunities and create synergies. Based on your valued feedback, we’ve enhanced this year’s program with:
-Expanded working group sessions
+- Expanded working group sessions
-Dedicated poster exhibition space
+- Dedicated poster exhibition space
-Product fair
+- Product fair
-A donor roundtable
+- A donor roundtable
-An improved hackathon experience
+- An improved hackathon experience
-Site visit
+- Site visit
 Open Source technology and tools have been transforming the Energy Access landscape - enhancing interoperability, boosting cost efficiency, and ensuring high quality. However, it’s only recently that their full potential has started to shine through. By accelerating collaboration and dialogue, OSEAS 2026 aims to push us closer to universal energy access.
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