In the heart of bustling cities, the raucous sound of car engines and honking often tends to monopolize our attention. But there’s a quieter rhythm at play—a subtle melody of footsteps and spinning bike wheels. All around the world, walking and cycling are essential to people’s mobility. In Africa, for instance, a staggering 78% of […]
Electricity is the lifeline for a modern economy. At the same time, the power sector is the world’s main source of greenhouse gas emissions. Limiting the worst effects of a changing climate requires that the supply of clean electricity grows rapidly. This presents challenges as the power sector is technologically complex and requires costly infrastructure development. The […]
The Lao People’s Democratic Republic’s reliance on debt financing for the power sector has led to significant economic growth but also severe debt distress. Reforms should focus on improving sector governance, enhancing financial sustainability, and fostering clean energy access. Energy is at the heart of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic’s development vision. The country leveraged […]