Category: News
ARE Investment Academy kicks off with enthusiastic cohort of 20 SMEs
The Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) launched the latest editions of the ARE Investment Academy on 7 April 2025, in Kampala, Uganda, on the sidelines of the Energy Access Investment Forum (EAIF) 2025. Designed to boost investment readiness in Africa’s […]
ARE engages at Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue as Germany commits €100 billion to climate action
ARE actively engaged at the at Berlin Energy Transition Dialogue and German-African Energy Forum on 17-18 March 2025, where German officials reaffirmed the importance of energy access, with EU Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen also prioritising the issue. A key highlight […]
Circular solutions for a toxic challenge: Africa’s first regional conference for safe battery recycling
On 18–19 March 2025, 170 stakeholders from across Africa convened in Abuja for the conference “Upgrading the Lead-Acid Battery Recycling Sector in the African Region”, co-hosted by the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) under the ProBaMet project. As Africa’s first […]
ARE promotes DRE solutions at IOREC 2025 as Industry Partner
The 6th edition of the International Off-grid Renewable Energy Conference and Exhibition (IOREC) was held in Gaborone, Botswana, from 24–28 February 2025, as part of the 2024 SADC Sustainable Energy Week. The event was hosted by the Government of Botswana […]
80 companies endorse Circularity Guidelines on end-of-life battery management
In a landmark move to promote sustainable practices in renewable energy space, 80 companies have endorsed the newly launched Circularity Guidelines on end-of-life battery management, developed under the Partnership for Responsible Battery and Metal Recycling (ProBaMet). This initiative, implemented by Oeko-Institut, the Alliance […]
African leaders commit to expanding energy access at Mission 300 Summit
In a landmark commitment to transform Africa’s energy landscape, thirty African Heads of State and governments pledged to accelerate access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity. The declaration was made during the Mission 300 Africa Energy Summit, a high-profile two-day […]
40 companies endorse Circularity Guidelines on end-of-life battery management
In a landmark move to promote sustainable practices in renewable energy space, 40 companies have endorsed the newly launched Circularity Guidelines on end-of-life battery management, developed under the Partnership for Responsible Battery and Metal Recycling (ProBaMet). This initiative, implemented by […]
ARE announces key focus topics for 2025
Over the past year, ARE’s communication channels have seen significant growth, drawing increased attention from private sector actors, public institutions, and investors. Building on this momentum, ARE has identified six priority topics for its 2025 Editorial Calendar: Topics Newsletter publication […]
ARE launches exclusive Tender Platform
The Alliance for Rural Electrification has unveiled its latest tool—the ARE Tender Platform! This cutting-edge tool will serve as a one-stop destination for the newest and most relevant tender opportunities in the renewable electrification sector. Spanning regions including Africa, Asia, […]
Black Friday Exclusive: Special deals on ARE Memberships
This Black Friday, the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) is thrilled to offer an exclusive deal to new Members: Free Membership for 2024 Up to 50% off on 2025 Memberships Premium benefits: Speaking slots in ARE Webinars; Feature articles in […]