Author: Okan Özkan
Rehabilitation of a hydropower plant in DRC to empower surrounding communities by JLA Hydro
In the hills north of Bukavu, in the eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a small rural community named Murhesa has witnessed the revival of a vital source of life and progress: electricity. Once powered by a […]
How renewables, storage, and smart controls are reinventing grid support
As the global energy transition accelerates, decentralisation and decarbonisation are redefining the way we generate and manage power. Nowhere is this shift more visible than at the edge of the grid, where innovation is thriving. Here, the combination of renewable […]
ARE Champions DRE solutions at ACEF’s 20th anniversary
The Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) took part in the Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2025 held at the ADB Headquarters in Manila between 2-6 June. Marking its 20th anniversary, ACEF reaffirmed its reputation as a pivotal platform for knowledge […]
CrossBoundary Access and ANKA announce $20 million mini-grid partnership in Madagascar
CrossBoundary Access and ANKA have signed agreements to finance, build, and operate a $20 million mini-grid portfolio in Madagascar The partnership aims to bring power to over 62,000 people in Madagascar by 2026 CrossBoundary Access and ANKA have signed agreements […]
ARE contributes to key policy dialogue in Addis Ababa to accelerate rural electrification for industrialisation
A high-level policy dialogue convened stakeholders from across Africa to accelerate rural electrification as a driver of industrialisation. The event brought together representatives from more than 30 African countries, including regulatory authorities, industry associations, and development partners, to chart a […]
ARE Champions off-grid innovations at Intersolar Europe 2025
The Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) made a strong mark at this year’s Intersolar Europe by spearheading conversations on key off-grid energy solutions. During the Off-Grid Conference, ARE moderated a dedicated session exploring electric cooking, cooling, and water treatment — […]
BURN secures USD 5M from ARE Member EDFI ElectriFI to scale electric cooking in Kenya
BURN, Africa’s leading clean cookstove manufacturer, distributor, and carbon project developer, has received a USD 5 million investment from ARE Member EDFI Management Company (EDFI MC) through the EU Funded Electrification Financing Initiative (ElectriFI). This investment will allow over 100,000 […]
DRE Impact Stories showcase impact of Team Europe projects across Africa
As part of a GET.invest project, the Alliance for Rural Electrification has launched the Renewables for Impact campaign, highlighting the transformative role of distributed renewable energy in Sub-Saharan Africa. This campaign features a series of compelling impact stories that showcase successful Team Europe-supported […]
ARE Member Circles Continue to Shape the Industry
Since their launch in 2024, the Member working groups, known as Circles, of the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) have become a cornerstone of industry dialogue through both in-person and virtual meetings and workshops. The most recent edition of these […]
ARE & GSMA partner to fast-track energy access and enhance telecommunications connectivity in underserved rural communities
13.05.2025, Kampala – The GSMA and the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a formal partnership to promote decentralised renewable energy solutions and improve telecommunications access in rural and underserved communities. […]