Policy Director at @energyforgrowth. Working for better, smarter, fairer development / energy / climate policy. Former @usaid. Views are my own
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Achieving net zero energy sector emissions is crucial. But how we get there - & what the world looks like when we do - matters too.
In a new report, @energyforgrowth explores modeling African energy transitions. energyforgrowth.org/report/w…
Why should you care? 🧵 (1/7)
We need energy transition pathways that put development goals front and center. That rely on African research, data, and analysis. That connect to real-world decisions. And that aim for a net zero world that is ALSO equitable and energy-abundant. (6/7)
For our recs on how to move fwd, pls see full report. Huge thanks to authors @MutisoRose @KenCaldeira @MurefuBarasa @mpblimpo @HabibaDaggash @michael_dioha @hausfath @Junelukuyu @J_Nkiriki @lodarno Joel Nana & Lauren Culver... & watch this space for more! (7/7)
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“A global energy transition relying on modeling approaches that assume Africa will remain poor…is destined to fail.”
New report via @MutisoRose @KenCaldeira @lodarno @KatieAuth @MurefuBarasa @hausfath et al energyforgrowth.org/report/w…
yuppp. time for a new approach, some new tools (and some humility)
was honored to be part of this discussion today. no more important time to be talking about fairness and ambition in the global energy transition. thx @bencahillenergy @gyude_moore @SvonFriedeburg and Holger Rothenbusch!
#CSISGDF speakers @SvonFriedeburg, @gyude_moore, @KatieAuth, and Holger Rothenbusch discussed the potential opportunities and risks for emerging #markets in addressing the #EnergyCrisis and in considering energy transitions.
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Definitely worth tuning in to this. Two great speakers tackling the challenge of Africa's energy transition and the importance of supporting the continent as it aims to cut carbon emissions and cut poverty.
📅 Very much looking forward to our next Insight event...
@AdairTurner and @MutisoRose will be discussing Africa's energy transition and the action needed for the transition to net-zero and resilient energy systems ⬇️
bit.ly/3EzgMRt
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I'm hosting a stellar panel on Oct. 13 at @CSIS_PPD's Global Development Forum to talk about energy transitions and energy access, including @katieauth and @gyude_moore. Please join! csis.org/events/2022-global-…
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Sub-Saharan Africa is rapidly urbanizing but a lack of data on urban energy transitions continues to be a major constraint for local action.
Joel Nana outlines key areas to support SSA’s urban energy transition here: buff.ly/3DUZheb
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SAVE THE DATE and join @AfricaCarnegie and @AfricanClimateF for a panel discussion on @SouthAfrica's Just Energy Transition Partnership and the implications for other African countries.
Sept 28 | 11:30am EDT | Virtual
Register here to attend>>> carnegieendowment.org/2022/0…
Inflation Reduction Act is undeniably huge news for the US (and for the climate!!). But it could have big impacts on energy transitions in lower-income countries too. @toddjmoss and I explore --> energyforgrowth.org/blog/3-b…
Let’s up both the respect and ambition in US-Africa relations
Our Hot Take on Biden WH’s new Africa strategy — and what it means for energy & climate. (Spoiler: it’s all about respect) @KatieAuth & me 👇🏽
medium.com/energy-for-growth…
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NEW & NUTS--> No serious country would force people to wait months to apply for a visa. So we started a little project to live-track the longest wait times for US visa appointments at visalimbo.netlify.app/ or follow our new @VisaLimbo for updates.
Nancy Lee @CGDev on the power of expanding @MCCgov mandate and capacity. Hugely important in climate & clean energy, where so much still depends on public investment. Assuming private sector can do it all is dangerous (and lazy) cgdev.org/blog/want-more-inf…
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Thursday @ 9:30am ET
Chair @RepGregoryMeeks hosts a roundtable on US Leadership on A Multilateral Approach to Africa
Witnesses:
- @WTO's. @NOIweala
- @ACAfricaCenter's @RamaYade
- @_AfricanUnion's @DonaldKaberuka
- @EnergyForGrowth's @ToddJMoss
foreignaffairs.house.gov/202…
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Uganda scores 3/10 on #PPAWatch country transparency, highlighting the need for increased transparency & openness in its power contracting.
Follow along to learn why & how the country can improve by visiting ppawatch.org
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