Global South
Energy Resilience and the Volcanic Eruption in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
On April 9th, the La Soufrière volcano erupted in St Vincent and the Grenadines and has continued to spew harmful ash and gas across the nation and to neighboring countries. An estimated 25,000 citizens have been displaced, the entire agricultural sector destroyed, several villages deeply impacted, and electricity…
Global Cooling Prize: A Pathway to Net-Zero Residential Cooling by 2050
The Global Cooling Prize—a journey that began back in 2018—is now in its final stretch: the winner(s) will be announced during the virtual Grand Award Ceremony later this month.
Achieving Universal Energy Access by 2030: An Integrated Approach
COVID-19 has magnified society’s inequities. It is crucial that we provide vaccines and essential healthcare to everyone. However, many countries face huge gaps in infrastructure development including a lack of access to electricity. This makes it impossible to turn on a light, let alone set up basic health clinics with…
India’s Power Sector Must Plan for Climate Resilience
By Jagabanta Ningthoujam, Nuvodita Singh Climate change-induced extreme weather events are increasing, and energy systems are feeling the impact. The recent snowstorm in Texas is clear testament to that. The unexpected, prolonged storm caused an unplanned demand surge as people’s heating demand increased substantially in response. When coupled with…
How to Make Finance Cheaper, More Accessible for EVs in India
Finance as a Barrier to EV Adoption If you are looking to buy an electric vehicle (EV) for your business or personal use, you may be surprised to find that the interest rate on the loan for the EV will likely be higher than a comparable diesel- or petrol-powered vehicle.
