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🌎Both sides of the aisle agree: shoring up energy security of our allies is core to US national security. Leading on global energy investment is crucial, but current limitations hinder US credibility.
Our solution? Energy Security Compacts. energyforgrowth.org/article/…
Big news: Season 4 #HighEnergyPlanet finale is here!
@mattyglesias joins @KatieAuth and @MutisoRose to unpack the politics of foreign aid, climate policy misfires, and how the media shapes public understanding of global development.
🔗 Listen here: energyforgrowth.org/article/…
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I really enjoyed this conversation with @MutisoRose and @KatieAuth. Thanks for having me!
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Calling all former MCC staff, contractors & compact experts👇
We're looking for a enterprising, creative analyst or policymaker to work on US foreign assistance, development compacts, and bold ideas for solving global energy poverty.
🗓 Apply by May 16
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As global electricity demand surges, nuclear energy is emerging as a critical tool for clean, reliable power. But the @WorldBank's outdated ban on nuclear investment is blocking progress.
Our new video explains why it’s time for the Bank to lift the ban ▶️energyforgrowth.org/article/…
📢 Fellowship Opportunity: International Energy Policy Bridge Fellowship
Apply by March 31 to work on critical issues of energy poverty, international finance & energy geopolitics while building a portfolio of original research on topics you care about. buff.ly/8WqcgCe
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Even as access to electricity has expanded worldwide, reliability of said supply has often lagged.
In India’s six largest states, people experience an average of 11 hours of power outages a day; in Nigeria, it’s 17 hours.
I argue in a new brief for @energyforgrowth that...
"Energy is a development pursuit — with climate as a very important core benefit." - Kanika Chawla
On #HighEnergyPlanet, @Kanikachawla8 of @SEforALLorg joins to discuss why energy transitions must prioritize development + climate — not one over the other. buff.ly/rBbEiGK
Are you (or someone you know) looking for a new position in energy & development?
The Hub is excited to announce the International Energy Policy Bridge Fellowship — a full-time, year-long opportunity to build a portfolio of original research.
Apply here: buff.ly/8WqcgCe
New data confirms it: The future of coal in Africa is dead.
Nearly all of the continent's coal capacity is in South Africa, while another ten African countries combine for 0.36% of the world total.
Latest analysis from @hamnatariq97 & @toddjmoss: buff.ly/UkrOyrZ
Hydropower remains the backbone of clean grids, yet its role is often misunderstood, leading to policy and investment decisions that overlook its importance.
@Fellow_Meron’s latest blog and interactive graphics explore hydropower’s critical role.
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With rising energy demand and clean electricity ambitions, #nuclear power is gaining attention in South Asia. Which countries are best positioned to embrace it?
@hamnatariq97 explores key factors to assess nuclear readiness in the region.
Full piece ⬇️ buff.ly/42DXkiv
Africa’s electric utilities are in a death spiral: below-cost tariffs → poor service → customer exits → financial losses.
Restoring utilities’ financial health is key to reliable power. Hub Fellow @notanastronomer explains how smart policy can help: buff.ly/4gkXizj
Special episode of #HighEnergyPlanet out now! 🚨 🎧
This week's episode features a conversation with Hub Advisor @RDay17, exploring what a second Trump presidency mean for energy access & investment. Hosted by @MutisoRose and @KatieAuth.
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We are thrilled to welcome Ian Muir as our newest Energy for Growth Hub fellow! ⚡
Ian is the Head of Insights @CatalystOffGrid, a consultancy focused on reducing the energy access deficit in emerging markets. Learn more below ⬇️
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Join us in welcoming @sugandhasri to the Hub team as our newest fellow! 👏
She is a lecturer in Environmental Economics @TheSmithSchool, a senior research fellow @INETOxford, and an @OxfordNetZero fellow, and researches power contract transparency.
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New episode of #HighEnergyPlanet podcast is here! 📢 @MutisoRose and @KatieAuth talk to @mthurber, Associate Director of the Program on Energy and Sustainable Development at @Stanford, about energy transitions, market design, and more: buff.ly/4gMeJcV
Central America’s electricity grid integration proves that regional connectivity can work without governance harmonization — and can deliver significant benefits.
@josemaria_mx and @Fellow_Meron highlight 3 things needed for successful integration:
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What are Energy Security Compacts and how would they help the U.S. lead on global energy investment?
Read @KatieAuth's new piece for @scientistsorg to find out. ⬇️
U.S. national security priorities depend heavily on bolstering the energy security of developing and emerging economies. But U.S. capacity to deliver this investment is hamstrung by critical gaps in approach, capability, and tools.
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We're thrilled to announce the launch of the African Energy Futures Initiative (AEFI), a groundbreaking new platform designed to accelerate African-led energy transition solutions and build dynamic local ecosystems of energy experts and institutions.#COP29
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Housed within the @AfricanClimateF and supported by an initial $US2.1 million grant from @RockefellerFdn, AEFI will ensure resources are channeled directly to African energy research institutions to design and implement strategies that are aligned with individual country needs.