Knowledge Base
Position Paper | An Analytical Framework for Rate Design in the Presence of Distributed Generation in Africa.
This report presents an analytical framework for electricity tariff design in the presence of distributed energy resources (DERs) in Africa. As the deployment of distributed generation and other DERs continues to expand, traditional tariff structures are increasingly challenged by the need to reflect the value of services provided by these resources. The report examines the implications of DER integration for tariff design and outlines approaches for allocating costs and remunerating services received or provided by different system users. It sets out key principles and considerations to support the development of fair, efficient, and sustainable electricity tariffs that are aligned with evolving power systems across Africa.
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Position Paper | Guidelines on Transmission Pricing and Cost Allocation for Regional Power Trade.
This report presents a set of harmonized guidelines to support fair, transparent, and efficient transmission pricing and cost allocation in the context of regional power trade in Africa. Developed through extensive stakeholder engagement and technical input, the guidelines ...
Read MoreConference Report | Electrification of Healthcare Facilities in Africa Conference.
This paper presents key outcomes from the Electrification of Healthcare Facilities in Africa Conference, co-hosted by the African School of Regulation (ASR) and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL). It outlines critical insights on powering healthcare delivery through sustainable, reliable energy access. The conference brought together stakeholders across energy, health, and development sectors to address persistent gaps in electrifying public health facilities. With a focus on scalable financing models, cross-sector collaboration, and regulatory innovation, the report offers a roadmap to accelerate healthcare electrification and improve health outcomes across Africa.
Read MoreSummary of conclusions | Policy Dialogue on Sustainable and Scalable Minigrid Business Models
This brief report examines the regulatory, business, and financial models that must be employed to achieve universal electricity access, with a focus on how to achieve sustainable and scalable minigrid business models in sub-Saharan Africa. The report summarises the outcome of a meeting of a diverse group of experts at Makerere University in Kampala, Uganda, in September 10, 11, and 12, 2024.
Read MoreASR POSITION PAPER | The Integrated Framework for Electrification (IFE)
This paper presents the Integrated Framework for Electrification (IFE) a comprehensive approach to achieving universal electricity access. It addresses the challenges of failing distribution systems in low-access countries and proposes a viable business model integrating grid and off-grid solutions. With cost-of-service regulation, viability gap funding, and risk mitigation, IFE offers a pathway to sustainable electrification and private investment mobilization.
Read MoreASR POSITION PAPER | Scalable and Sustainable Business Models for Minigrids
Achieving universal electricity access in Africa by 2030 requires sustainable, scalable minigrid business models. This paper outlines key regulatory, financial, and business strategies to attract private investment, ensure cost recovery, and integrate electrification efforts.
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