Community uses Middle Eastern off-grid solar container with 60kW

Should off-grid renewables be deployed in developing countries?

Given the role they play in climate and development goals in rural areas, off-grid renewables deployment efforts in developing countries should be accelerated, underpinned by strong international cooperation and multi-stakeholder partnerships, which the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has been advocating for.

Can off-grid renewables be a lifeline for low-income communities?

This is where off-grid renewables can play a significant role. Off-grid renewable energy solutions like solar home systems (SHS) and mini-grids have emerged as lifelines for remote, last-mile communities, bringing electricity access to low-income households in underserved areas.

How can we triple off-grid renewables capacity?

To triple off-grid renewables capacity from the 2023 baseline to a projected 38.7 gigawatts by 2030, governments and other stakeholders must prioritise the following actions: Implement supportive policies and regulations that create an enabling environment for off-grid solutions (e.g. streamline permitting and licensing, market access, tariffs).

Why are off-grid renewables important?

Off-grid renewables are integral to this goal, as they not only contribute to renewable energy capacity and enhance energy efficiency at the local level, but are also uniquely positioned to expand electricity access and advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in rural and remote communities.