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In order to reach the underserved, it is critical to address themes on affordability, distribution and awareness. As with most African countries, Uganda is heavily reliant on biomass to meet its energy demand. This chapter explores how small-scale decentralized energy access in the form of renewable energy product household technologies can close the energy poverty gap in rural off-grid Uganda. The chapter analyses the challenges faced by the local communities in accessing affordable modern energy. The chapter also explores needs, especially around funding, entrepreneurship, and civil society.
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Tumusiime, M. (2021). Transitioning to a Low-Carbon Economy and Renewable Energy Developments in Uganda: Challenges and Opportunities for Small-Scale Renewable Energy. In: Nalule, V.R. (eds) Energy Transitions and the Future of the African Energy Sector. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-56849-8_9
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