The world’s 72 most “energy-poor” countries will need to triple their electricity production capacity by 2050 if they are to achieve economic development goals, according to a new report by philanthropic body The Rockefeller Foundation. However, in doing so, they risk becoming some of the world’s biggest emitters of carbon emissions unless they can build renewable energy at scale.
The foundation identifies several key strategies for closing the gap, including the “transformative” potential of distributed renewable energy systems, such as mini grids and off-grid solar solutions. These systems can provide reliable and affordable electricity to remote and underserved communities, but can only be deployed with the help of supportive policy, community engagement and targeted investment.
The foundation also highlights four pathways to clean energy “abundance”, each suited to different markets: gradual grid greening; mixed grid renewable evolution; decentralised solar storage; and a decentralised renewable mix.
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