This report highlights the importance of sector coupling as a key source of flexibility that cities can explore to stabilise power grid operations when integrating high shares of variable renewable energy sources. It presents a range of sector coupling opportunities available for use in cities, including self-consumption of variable RE sources, the role of thermal […]
This report investigates different models for the deployment of e-bike fleets and charging/swapping infrastructures in sub-Saharan Africa. It highlights the potential advantages of battery swapping for riders, highlights emerging best practice for Batteries as a Service, and provides recommendations on policy, regulation and financing to support uptake of e-motorcycles and the growth of BaaS in […]
This guide provides principles and step-by-step instructions for the establishment of regional/national networks for women working in energy
This is a network of women in renewable energy in the Dominican Republic. It has published several reports and organises events on gender equality in the national energy sector.
This toolkit provides advice on how to assess capacity needs for the implementation of the Paris Agreement, and provides good practice examples and further resources.
The CaDRE methodology helps policy makers, organisations and capacity development/renewable energy practitioners shape an environment conducive to the development of renewable energy.
The CaDRE methodology helps policy makers, organisations and capacity development/renewable energy practitioners shape an environment conducive to the development of renewable energy.
This is a methodology for a quick learning needs assessment in the form of a list of questions.
This guide aims to help energy statisticians understand the various elements and processes involved in renewable energy data collection and management, and identify capacity gaps. It covers seven requirements for effective data management: 1. Legal and institutional frameworks; 2. Well-defined data requirements; 3. Sufficient skilled personnel; 4. Clear methodologies and processes; 5. Appropriate data collection […]
This is an example of a regional capacity building strategy based on a comprehensive needs assessment.