Technical and Economic Assessment of Off-Grid, Mini-Grid, and Grid Electrification Technologies(ESMAP Technical Paper, Dec 2007). "... Experience throughout the world has shown that there is no single or unique way of achieving electrification ... The purpose of this report is to convey the results of an assessment of the current and future economic readiness of electric power generation alternatives for developing countries. The objective of the technical and economic assessment was to systematically characterize the commercial and economic prospects of renewable and fossil fuel-fired electricity generation technologies now, and in the near future ..."

Kenya Energy Sector Recovery Project

The project promotes energy sector rehabilitation, new power generation, and increased access to electricity while improving the efficiency, reliability, and quality of service to existing consumers. During FY07, the Kenya Power and Lighting Company Ltd. (KPLC) connected 120,000 new consumers to the grid. More...

  
     
Mali: Household Energy and Universal Access Project

In Mali, the Household Energy and Universal Access Project promotes electricity services in peri-urban and rural areas, enhancing the quality and efficiency of health and education centers, and fostering sustainable management of forestry resources and biomass energy. So far, about 15,000 connections have been made providing access to about 150,000 people in 50 communities. More...