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SUMMARY:From dialogue to action? A non-technical discussion on the purpose\, highlights\, and outcomes of the Africa Climate Summit.
DESCRIPTION:2nd webinar in the Just Energy Transition in Africa series\, where we discuss the recently concluded Africa Climate Summit (ACS). This webinar will explore the objectives\, key takeaways\, and potential outcomes of the ACS in the lead-up to COP28.\nPanel includes Wale Shonibare\, Irene Karani\, and Lily Odarno.\nModerated by Murefu Barasa
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/acs_outcomes_webinar/
LOCATION:virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231006
DTSTAMP:20260501T015000
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SUMMARY:Burundi Renewable  Energy Access Days (BREAD)
DESCRIPTION:As part of their efforts to stimulate the achievement of SDG 7 in Burundi\, supported by GET.invest Burundi\, the Global Off-Grid Lighting Association (GOGLA)\, the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) and the Burundi Renewable Energy Association (BUREA)\, the European Union and the World Bank will jointly organise the 2nd edition of the Burundi Renewable Energy Access Days (BREAD)\, from 3 to 5 October 2023 in Bujumbura\, Burundi. \nThe event will take place under the patronage of the Government of Burundi\, the Ministry of Hydraulics\, Energy and Mines (MHEM) and the Directorate-General for Energy. \nThe Burundi Renewable Energy Access Days is the main energy sector meeting in the country \n\nassessing emerging considerations for Burundi's strategy on universal access to electricity coupled with the climate agenda and\nproviding a platform for knowledge exchange\, networking and showcasing of renewable energy products and services.
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/bread/
LOCATION:Donatus Conference Centre – DCC\, Bujumbura\, Burundi
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230925T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230925T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015000
CREATED:20230908T104619Z
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SUMMARY:HSFG Working Group local companies
DESCRIPTION:Meeting of the Household Solar Funders Group working group on local companies
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/hsfg_wg_local_companies/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="HSFG":MAILTO:admin@hsfg.africa
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T100000
DTSTAMP:20260501T015000
CREATED:20230908T070208Z
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SUMMARY:Decarbonizing Agriculture: renewable energy and the sustainable future of food
DESCRIPTION:During Climate Week NYC 2023\, Power for All is hosting a webinar with participation from IRENA\, UN FAO\, and others. This session will delve into the intersection of Sustainable Development Goals 2 and 7. We welcome you to join this enlightening discussion where we'll present our primary research findings. Discover how distributed renewable energy (DRE) can amplify agricultural productivity\, contribute to the decarbonization of the food system\, curtail greenhouse gas emissions\, and mitigate the worst impacts of global warming. \nSession Outline \nDistributed Renewable Energy (DRE) is emerging as a pivotal solution for agriculture\, ensuring consistent power and reducing carbon emissions. This global launch event brings together a diverse array of stakeholders - from international funders\, ministries\, and private companies to media and farming communities. Join us for a research-driven panel discussion led by experts including: \n\nDr. Rabia Ferroukhi\, Director\, Knowledge\, Policy and Finance Center\, International Renewable Energy Agency.\nNicole Iseppi\, Director - Global Energy Innovation\, Bezos Earth Fund\nBrian Kawuma\, Powering Agriculture Director\, Power for All; Ugandan Horticultural Farmer\nDr. Michela Morese\, Energy Team Leader\, The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.\nKristina Skierka\, Founder and CEO\, Power for All\n\nThe discussion will delve into: \n\nRelevance of DRE: While countries work to further their agricultural development\, the potential of DRE is often overlooked.\nApplications and Opportunities: Finance and policy initiatives need to be strengthened to ensure DRE technology is available for smallholder farmers.\nInitiatives in Action: We will highlight real-world examples that showcase the benefits of integrating renewable energy with agricultural methods.\nImpact on Climate Change: DRE is not only essential for power generation but also plays a role in combating climate change. We will present data on how integrating it into agricultural strategies can combat the negative impacts of climate change on food systems\, helping ensure food security.
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/pfa_reagriculture/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230927
DTSTAMP:20260501T015000
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SUMMARY:UN General Assembly (UNGA) 2023
DESCRIPTION:The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making organ of the Organization. Comprising all Member States\, it provides a unique forum for multilateral discussion of the full spectrum of international issues covered by the Charter of the United Nations. Each of the 193 Member States of the United Nations has an equal vote. \nThe UNGA also makes key decisions for the UN\, including: \n\nappointing the Secretary-General on the recommendation of the Security Council\nelecting the non-permanent members of the Security Council\napproving the UN budget\n\nThe Assembly meets in regular sessions from September to December each year\, and thereafter as required. It discusses specific issues through dedicated agenda items or sub-items\, which lead to the adoption of resolutions. \nSitting arrangements in the General Assembly Hall change for each session. During the 78th Session (2023-2024)\, North Macedonia will occupy the first seat in the Hall\, including in the Main Committees (followed by all the other countries\, in English alphabetical order).
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/unga2023/
LOCATION:United Nations\, United Nations Headquarters\, New York\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20230914T150000
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SUMMARY:HSFG plenary
DESCRIPTION:Plenary meeting of the Household Solar Funders Group
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/hsfg-plenary/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="HSFG":MAILTO:admin@hsfg.africa
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20230914T140000
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SUMMARY:Ensuring clean energy transition in Africa with DRE and impact on SDG7
DESCRIPTION:Decentralised renewable energy (DRE) as a solution has been at the forefront of this PWCET series whereby ARE and GBE strongly advocate for the application and implementation of DRE technologies in order to bring access to power as well as enhance the existing grid in sub-Saharan Africa. \nThis ambition is on track to achieve a clean energy transition with a community-centric approach where the local citizens take interest and part in their energy demand and supply infrastructures. \nFor the final webinar of their renowned PWCET series\, ARE and GBE will engage the DRE sector experts to discuss the status of SDG 7 today and how it is contributing to the overall energy transition\, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa.
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/ensuring-clean-energy-transition-in-africa-with-dre-and-impact-on-sdg7/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20230913T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20230913T140000
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CREATED:20230908T214316Z
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UID:198-1694608200-1694613600@www.hsfg.africa
SUMMARY:Summary of the Renewables 2023 Global Status Report
DESCRIPTION:REN21 and the Climate Action Network-International (CAN) are organising a webinar to discuss the findings of the Renewables Global Status Report (GSR) series in the current geopolitical context and the direction of travel needed to achieve the shift to a renewable-based system. They will delve into the political impact of G20 decisions on renewable energy discussions during COP and other policy moments. \nThe discussion will be led by REN21 Executive Director Rana Adib and moderated by CAN's Senior Climate Science and Global Energy Policy Advisor Stephan Singer. It will be followed by a panel discussion with key speakers (to be announced soon).
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/gsr_summary_webinar/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230912T093000
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CREATED:20230903T192140Z
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SUMMARY:Demand-side Subsidies for Energy Access Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Targeting: Designing subsidies to prioritize the most vulnerable \nThe End User Subsidy Lab (EUSL)\, a joint initiative among partners ESMAP/Lighting Global\, GOGLA\, Energising Development (EnDev)\, and the Clean Cook Alliance (CCA)\, is a platform for pooling knowledge\, technical expertise\, and funding for demand-side subsidies (DSS). This webinar series organized by the EUSL will guide us through the key elements of designing demand-side subsidies programmes to facilitate the implementation of overarching energy access strategies. Each webinar will be 75 minutes with the main objective to support in-depth dialogue and discussion around lessons learned\, challenges\, and ‘how to’. \nThe first webinar focuses on how to identify people facing an affordability gap in order to effectively target subsidies for them. Key questions to be discussed include: How do we minimize the leakage of subsidies to people that can afford commercial prices? What are the best data sources for targeting DSS? What are the limitations of different targeting approaches? When is it okay to have untargeted subsidies? What are the risks of untargeted subsidies and how can they be mitigated?  This webinar\, moderated by ESMAP/Lighting Global\, will provide an overview of different targeting approaches (economic\, geographic\, demographic\, etc)\, and will showcase the experience of relevant practitioners. Guest speakers include: \n\nEnDev\, discussing experience in Malawi of leveraging the government’s social cash transfer system\nGovernment of Nepal\, represented by the Alternative Energy Promotion Centre (AECP)\, discussing their decade of experience targeting energy subsidies\, and in particular\, targeting vulnerable demographics\nUC Berkeley\, presenting research and application of artificial intelligence (AI) to identify most vulnerable populations in Togo under a social assistance program implemented in partnership between the World Bank and the Government of Togo
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/subsidylab_webinar1/
LOCATION:virtual
CATEGORIES:webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230907
DTSTAMP:20260501T015000
CREATED:20230717T185838Z
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SUMMARY:Africa Climate Week (ACW 2023)
DESCRIPTION:The Africa Climate Week (ACW 2023) is one of four Regional Climate Weeks held this year to build momentum ahead of the UN Climate Change Conference COP 28 in Dubai and the conclusion of the first global stocktake\, designed to chart the way for fulfilling the Paris Agreement's key goals. \nHosted by the government of Kenya\, ACW 2023 will be organised in parallel with the African Climate Action Summit (4-6 September)\, also hosted by Kenya.
URL:https://www.hsfg.africa/event/africa-climate-week-acw-2023/
LOCATION:KICC\, Harambee Avenue Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Kenya
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