Rural electrification in Eastern Province of Zambia gets a boost

“During this period, solar energy emerged as a key driver of electrification in remote and rural areas, due to its scalability and the declining cost of the technology.”

The report says mini-grids and standalone solar systems have become the electrification approaches for delivering electricity to communities where extending the traditional grid is not economically feasible.

Additionally, policymakers worldwide have prioritised universal access to electricity, resulting in targeted initiatives to bridge the energy access gap.