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Improving energy access in rural areas: How to incentivize the transition to modern energy solutions in rural India
(2019-06)
Access to energy remains a critical issue around the globe. At least 1.3 billion people worldwide do not have adequate access to electricity. Due to the unreliability of the electricity supply, power outages are frequent ...
Innovation for Sustainable Agricultural Growth in Africa: Insights from Research Dossiers on 12 PARI Partner Countries
(2018-01)
This brief summarizes the findings from the independent research conducted by the Program of Accompanying Research for Agricultural Innovation (PARI) which inform SEWOH investments. It compiles analyses of the current state ...
Small-scale irrigation potential in Sub-Saharan Africa: Targeting investments in technologies, locations and institutions
(2019-01)
The limited access to water the during dry season or a drought greatly restricts farming opportunities and productivity increases in Sub-Saharan Africa. Irrigation can thus be a promising solution to boost levels of ...
Carbon farming in Africa: Opportunities and challenges for engaging smallholder farmers
(2023-03)
The IPCC stresses the importance of achieving net-zero CO2 emissions worldwide by 2050 and natural climate solutions, particularly carbon farming, can play a significant role in this goal. However, current markets do not ...
Scaling aquaculture for food security and employment in Africa: Insights from Egypt, Kenya and Nigeria
(2023-08)
Aquaculture is the fastest growing food sector in the world and now accounts for more than half of the fish consumed globally. However, the sector in Africa remains in its infancy, with the notable exception of Egypt, one ...