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The transformative potential of power supply to mines

The transformative potential of power supply to mines

ECA INSIGHT >> The transformative potential of power supply to mines July, 2017 Mines have the potential to transform a country’s power sector, but often do not connect to the national grid because of the risks this creates. To prevent this opportunity being...
Electricity mini-grids: how should costs be regulated?

Electricity mini-grids: how should costs be regulated?

ECA INSIGHT >> Electricity mini-grids: how should costs be regulated? May 2017 In a previous article, we discussed whether policies will allow cost-reflective tariffs for isolated and grid-connected electricity mini-grids in developing countries*. Less attention...
Mini-grids: are cost-reflective tariffs necessary?

Mini-grids: are cost-reflective tariffs necessary?

ECA INSIGHT >> Mini-grids: are cost-reflective tariffs necessary? February 2017 An acceptable tariff policy for consumers and investors alike is a fundamental requirement for the viability of mini-grids in developing countries. Decisions are driven as much by...
Indonesia’s water sector: the importance of incentives

Indonesia’s water sector: the importance of incentives

ECA INSIGHT >> Indonesia’s water sector: the importance of incentives November 2016 Water sector reforms are intended to remove constraints and create conditions for rapid progress in achieving access and service delivery goals. However, without considering a...