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Articles by Surabhi Rajagopal

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  Wednesday
  March 11
  2020

  Surabhi Rajagopal / Eco Matser

  Unlocking Off-Grid Energy Finance: What Options Are Available for the Last Mile?

  Extending the power grid to underserved communities is often prohibitively expensive. That's why decentralized renewable energy (DRE) is increasingly recognized as an essential approach. However, investments remain focused on grid-connected electricity, with only 1.2% directed towards DRE solutions in 2017. Surabhi Rajagopal and Eco Matser at Hivos explore challenges and solutions in financing energy access through DRE.

  Categories

  Energy, Investing

  Tags

  climate finance, energy access, impact investing, off-grid energy, renewable energy