Stories

October 2015
Workshop on ‘Energy Efficiency Quick Win Actions’ funded by the European Union - reveals that the total potential electricity saving from 14 investigated sites may cut electricity consumption by up to 50% and significantly reduce the energy deficit in Zambia.

November 2015
HCL is supporting the AUC/Department Infrastructure Energy (DIE) to analyse existing regional and continental regulations including assessment of regulatory frameworks and institutions in the African energy sector, through a dedicated assignment: “Legal Framework Assessment Support to the African Union Commission (AUC) in the Development of a Legal Harmonised Continental Regulatory Framework for the Energy Sector in Africa”.

December 2015
The EU’s new Electrification Financing Initiative (ElectriFI) is an innovative "venture capital" facility, aiming to mobilize and accelerate private sector investment, and to increase and improve access to renewable, affordable and reliable energy in emerging and developing countries.

June 2017
COMESA launches an ambitious plan to harmonise regulatory frameworks, aiming to attract public and private investments in the region. Energy arm RAERESA is now upgraded to become an effective coordinator.