This study seeks to examine the energy-development context in Odisha to chalk out the state’s major energy challenges. In doing so, the study also examines the ongoing renewable energy initiatives, focusing on the existing institutional, policy and regulatory frameworks.

The Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) and the Africa-EU Energy Partnership (AEEP) have launched a publication showcasing successful examples of access to sustainable energy and services in Africa.

In India, electricity falls under the concurrent list – that is, on which both the central and state governments have jurisdiction. Broad level programmes, policies and schemes are formulated at Central level.

The development of mini-grids based on renewable energy sources such as solar PV, biogas and small hydro has been a successful venture in India.

This discussion paper provides stakeholders in beneficiary countries and donor organizations a holistic way of tackling rural energy access and rural poverty by setting up an integrated infrastructure for energy and income generation.

This Guide is a publication by UNDP and the Climate Parliament in the framework of their joint Parliamentary Action on Renewable Energy (PARE) project.

A Bill further to amend the Electricity Act, 2003. This Act may be called the Electricity (Amendment) Act, 2014.