For the 759 million people in the world who lack access to electricity, the introduction of clean energy solutions can bring vital services such as improved healthcare, better education and affordable broadband, creating new jobs, livelihoods and sustainable economic value to reduce poverty. Generating momentum needed for this transition will be a key concern as governments start to define a pathway out of the COVID-19 crisis.
This report spells out the challenges of inclusive energy transition and details the interlinkages between SDG 7 (affordable and clean energy) and other SDGs. It outlines key recommendations for policymakers with regards to strategies and roadmaps to accelerate access to affordable and clean energy, and can serve as a critical enabler for achieving the SDGs, the Paris Agreement and a pathway towards net-zero emission