Story Oct 2017
International Day of the Girl
USAID Celebrates International Day of the Girl on October 11. #GirlsShine Read more »
Report Sep 2017
Energizing Equality
The Importance of Integrating Gender Equality Principles in National Energy Policies and Frameworks Read more »
Featured Story Jul 2017
Bosnian Companies Save Millions by Switching Electricity Suppliers
Savings from lower bills to be reinvested in expansion, new jobs. Read more »
Video Jul 2017
Financing to Capture the Sun
A USAID development credit guarantee allowed a bank in Uganda to help SolarNow scale their operations. Watch the video »
The Jamaica Star Jul 2017
Residents Ditch ‘Bandooloo’ Light for ‘Ready Boards’
USAID partners to provide an innovative electrification solution. Read More »
Featured Story May 2017
Afghan Utility Conquers Financial Management Woes With Automation
Software replaces manually processed billing and payroll. Read More »
Featured Story May 2017
Solar Energy Advances Education in Afghanistan
With a reliable power source, computers and tablets help students learn. Read More »
Exposure May 2017
A Real Live Wire
How a Moroccan youth became an electrician to connect to a better life. Read More »
Engendering Utilities Profile Apr 2017
Aneta Petrovska-Rusomaroski
This profile from the Women in Energy series features the Head of Human Resources at EVN Macedonia. Read More »
Medium Apr 2017
Powering Nigeria
How U.S. businesses are finding new opportunities through the U.S. Electrify Africa Act. Read More »
Video Mar 2017
Catalyzing Energy Investments in India
USAID is transforming lives by supporting rural elecrification entrepreneurs. Watch the video »
Medium Mar 2017
The Windiest Place on Earth
Faced with energy deficiencies and increasing energy demands to power its growing economy, Kenya is taking a giant leap forward with the Lake Turkana wind park. Read More »
FrontLines Mar 2017
Better Living at the Flip of a Switch
Power lines in Tajikistan were extended across the border into Afghanistan last year, transmitting reliable electricity and raising the quality of life for thousands of Afghans. Read More »
FrontLines Mar 2017
Making a Better Living, One Solar Sale at a Time
Solar devices are doing double duty in Haiti, opening flexible job opportunities for locals and increasing affordable power access in neighborhoods that lack reliable electricity. Read More »
Global Alliance for Clean CookstovesFeb 2017
Betty Ikalany Wins Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award
This role model and mentor is advancing clean cooking solutions in Uganda. Read More »
Forbes Jan 2017
Solar Energy Entrepreneurs in India Are Finding Faster, Cleaner and Economical Route to Power
USAID supports a social enterprise whose microgrid is lighting up off-grid villages in Uttar Pradesh, India. Read More »
Jamaica Information ServiceJan 2017
Supporting Jamaica’s Energy Programme
Energy independence, energy efficiency and low-carbon growth Read More »
Featured StoryJan 2017
Indian Women Light Rural Villages with Solar Power
Social enterprise creates jobs while promoting clean energy. Read More »
Featured StoryNov 2016
Smart Grid Technology Reduces Power Outages in Bosnia and Herzegovina
When utility improves efficiency, residents spend less time in the dark. Read More »
FrontLines Nov 2016
Your Voice: When a Microgrid Is More Powerful Than the National Grid
Expanding access to electricity in 60 million homes and businesses in sub-Saharan Africa is taking on a new look. Read More »
Impact BlogOct 2016
Lighting the Career Path for Girls in the Energy Sector
Where does a girl dream about working as an engineer and running her country’s power facility? Read More »
Featured StorySep 2016
Vietnam Builds Energy Efficiency Expertise
Engineers and architects learn new ways to save energy. Read More »
FrontlinesSep 2016
Jordan’s Fearless Females Pave the Way
Women move into positions once considered for men only—building careers and changing their society’s perceptions about gender roles. Read More »
Photo EssayJun 2016
Reaching for the Sun
India taps solar power for a clean, prosperous economy. Read More »
VideoMar 2016
Connecting the Next Million
Seed funding from USAID is enabling Off-Grid Electric to scale their affordable solar leasing service across Tanzania. Watch the video »
Utility Reform StorySep 2015
Nigeria Responds to Growth Through Privatization
Transition targets loss reduction, market expansion. Read More »
Photo EssayJul 2015
Teresia Turns on the Light
Electricity and opportunity transform a tribal village in Tanzania. Read More »
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