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The SADC member states welcome the introduction of new efficient lighting standards

18-Jun-2021

The SADC Cooperation in Standardization (SADCSTAN) Executive Committee at its 41^st sitting on 28th April 2021, reviewed and approved minimum energy performance standards (MEPS) for lighting products.

Central African Ministers pave the way for a regional sustainable energy centre in Angola

03-Jun-2021

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In a historic meeting on 3 June 2021, in Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, the eleven Ministers of Energy of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) approved a Renewable Energy Roadmap and the creation of the Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency for Central Africa (CEREEAC) as a specialised institution. During the meeting, the Ministers accepted the kind offer of Angola to host the centre in Luanda.

Sustainable Energy Forum for East Africa (SEFEA) from 22 to 24 June 2021

26-May-2021

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The East African Centre for Renewable Energy and Efficiency (EACREEE) and the Alliance for Rural Electrification (ARE) will be co-organising the second edition of the Sustainable Energy Forum for East Africa (SEFEA) from 22 to 24 June 2021. The event is supported by GET.invest, a European programme supported by the European Union, Germany, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Austria; and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).

Energy Transformation in Southern Africa Boosted by New IRENA Agreement with SACREEE

02-Feb-2021

The Southern African Development Community’s (SADC) Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (SACREEE) and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), to work together on accelerating the deployment renewable energy solutions, including decentralised technologies, in Southern African countries. The two organisations will also cooperate on policy development, capacity building programmes and regional events aimed at attracting investments to the region.

GN-SEC featured in the GMIS webinar “How information and communication technologies can foster inclusive and sustainable industrial development in Small Island Developing States”

28-Jan-2021

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Vienna / Abu Dhabi 12 January 2021 - The upscaling of digital technologies presents a host of opportunities for small island developing states (SIDS) to diversify their economies, boost manufacturing, gain greater access to global value chains, and improve disaster preparedness. However, significant obstacles remain, including inadequate digital infrastructure, insufficient training opportunities for women and young people, a growing digital divide, and a lack of data and policy knowledge.