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USAID has a unique opportunity to help reshape the renewable energy ecosystem and promote a circular economy approach to renewable energy, plasstics, and other sectors. Read the story
Low-cost renewable energy has the potential to lift up economies, strengthen energy security, mitigate the impacts of climate change, and promote climate-positive investments. Getting it right empowers partner countries to deliver cleaner, more affordable, and more reliable electricity to homes and businesses.
View data on USAID-supported renewable energy auctions worldwide and learn how partner countries use auctions to achieve sustainable cost reductions, reduce emissions, and increase energy security. View the Story Map
India faced a massive capital investment challenge and needed affordable, long-term financing to scale up renewable energy. USAID supported Green Bonds as a solution. Read the story
With support from USAID, Mexico’s auctions injected competition, private investment, efficiency, and transparency into the sector while achieving some of the world’s lowest renewable energy prices. Read the case study
Kazakhstan’s renewable energy auctions resulted in private investments and bid prices 25–40 percent below previous renewable tariff ceilings. Read the case study
Reliable electricity can mean life or death for a patient, especially during a pandemic. USAID resources help health facilities power life-saving medical equipment and preserve perishable supplies like vaccines. Read the story
In today’s rapidly evolving renewable energy marketplace, it’s hard to keep track of current best practices. USAID shares resources that can help drive energy prices down and advance energy goals. Read the story
After awarding nine power purchase agreements, Colombia incorporates a private sector engagement strategy to ensure renewable energy projects are completed utilizing local labor. Read the case study