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It is recognised that technological innovation, patents and standards are important aspects of developing and increasing uptake, awareness and confidence in the renewable energy market. R&D and innovation are expected to not only lower the cost of electricity from renewable mini-grids but enable a higher share of renewable energy for power generation. IRENA's work in innovation has elaborated on the most promising technology developments that could enable faster commercialisation and large-scale deployment of renewable mini-grids in the coming decades.
Within the context of supporting off-grid systems to address energy access in rural and remote areas, IRENA has developed various tools, such as the Project Navigator and INSPIRE, among others.
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Accelerating Off-grid Renewable Energy: Key Findings and Recommendations from IOREC 2016
The business case for off-grid renewables as a means to expand rural electricity access keeps growing stronger, thanks to steady cost reductions and technological innovation. Yet further accelerating the growth of either mini-grid or stand-alone solutions will depend also on stable policies and regulations, along with dedicated funds and de-risking instruments for renewables.- January 2017
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- Off-grid for Energy Access, Policy
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Past Events
ECOWAS Certification for Sustainable Energy Skills scheme workshop
03 September 2019 | Dakar, Senegal
Upon the successful conclusion of the pilot examinations for the certification of off-grid solar PV...
IRENA at the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development
09 July 2019 | New York, United States of America
The United Nations High-level Political Forum (HLPF) is the central platform for follow-up and...