Resource Type
Reports & Papers
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Africa’s energy future in a post-aid world
The world of global development has experienced seismic shifts in recent times. Several of Africa’s key bilateral funders — the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, France, the Netherlands and Sweden— have all announced significant cuts to development spending to make room for their own national priorities. These recent trends further deepen what had already been a steady decline in…
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Building demand for decarbonised products of heavy industry in the European Union
Key recommendations In parallel, apply overarching limits on the embodied carbon of selected end-use products and buildings, with gradual tightening of limits over time. Introduction Heavy industry sectors, such as steel, cement, chemicals, and refining, emit over 500 million tonnes of CO2 annually in the European Union (EU), accounting for…
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Guideline for the Quantification and Characterization of Non-hazardous Solid Wastes and Residues for Ecuadorian Municipalities
The guide published by the Solid Waste Management and Inclusive Circular Economy project in Ecuador, which is part of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Ecological Transition, serves as a tool for standardizing technical procedures related to quantification and characterization studies of non-hazardous solid waste and residues. This guide is…
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Exploring Net-Zero Emissions Pathways for Africa Across Different Timelines: An Integrated Assessment Modeling
Executive Summary Africa stands at a pivotal moment in the global pursuit of net-zero emissions. Although the continent has historically contributed the least to climate change, it is increasingly under pressure to align with international climate net-zero emissions goal, all while facing surging energy demand, infrastructure deficits, and complex development…
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Funding Carbon Capture and Storage in Central and Eastern Europe
For the Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region to decarbonise its industries and maintain industrial competitiveness in the face of rising carbon prices, deploying carbon capture and storage (CCS) is essential. However, with the EU ETS carbon price yet to reach the levels necessary to make the business case for…
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Powering the Future: What 50 Years of Enhanced Geothermal Teaches Us Today
This examines and analyzes the progress that has been made, from the early research projects to today’s commercially viable developments.
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Policy Guidance for the Ministry of Energy and Ministry of Climate and Environment of Poland
The new Ministry of Energy and Ministry of Climate and Environment face numerous challenges that will shape Poland’s energy and industry transition for decades to come. At the same time, the ministries have an opportunity to unlock capital and accelerate the deployment of clean technologies at scale. Achieving this will…
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The Economic Burden of Unreliable Electricity Supply for Businesses in Benin
Executive Summary (English) | Executive Summary (French) Businesses in African countries not only face challenges with accessing electricity, but also struggle with the cost and reliability of power supply. To cope with frequent power outages and voltage fluctuations, these businesses often spend extra money on power generators, alternative energy sources,…
