Poor people's energy outlook - document library
The Poor People's Energy Outlook is an annual Practical Action publication drawing links between energy access and earning a living in poor countries around the world. The 2013 PPEO report is now available.
Poor people's energy outlook - reports
Poor people's energy outlook 2013
The third edition of the PPEO series focuses on energy for community services. This report builds on our evidence base and our call for Total Energy Access by focusing on vital community services. It brings to life the experiences of people living in energy poverty in countries with varying geographical, environmental and development contexts such as Bolivia, Bangladesh and Rwanda. It places the spotlight on the contribution that improved energy access can make to health, education and infrastructure services such as water and street lighting.
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Find out moreThe Energy and Earning a Living model highlights the key steps and additional support that poor people may need to improve their incomes through modern energy access. Explore the diagram and click for more information
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