What's New
Biofuels for Sustainable Rural Development and Empowerment of Women
ENERGIA, May 2009
This book of case studies represents a collaborative effort to explore the potential of biofuels to provide sustainable livelihoods and local sources of energy for people in rural areas of developing countries, with a special emphasis on women. Although there are many forms of bio-energy that can be useful in this regard, our focus in this book is on plant products, mostly seeds, used to produce oil - which is then either utilized directly in engines or equipment, or processed into biodiesel. The book was presented at the current 17th session of the UN Commission for Sustainable Development (CSD 17) in New York and was developed with support from IUCN and edited by Gail Karlsson and Khamarunga Banda. The book is currently under revision and will be available for download soon.
New National Focal Point in Pakistan
ENERGIA is pleased to announce that the Alternative Energy Development Board (AEDB), Government of Pakistan has been selected the new National Focal Point (NFP) for the gender and energy network in Pakistan. During a recent visit to the country by ENERGIA, the selection of AEDB as the NFP for Pakistan was effectuated and an MoU was signed between AEDB and ENERGIA.
ENERGIA Africa and Asia Regional Network Meeting Reports for download
In November and December 2008 ENERGIA's two regional networks in Asia and Africa both held a meeting, where national members met with the coordinators at regional and international level to share, learn and strategise. The reports of both meetings are available for download here.
Vacancies
USAID Empower Pakistan is looking for a gender and energy expert
For its energy efficiency project, USAID Empower Pakistan in urgently looking for a gender and energy expert. The Gender and Energy Expert (GEE) is responsible for designing a gender strategy for the overall program to transform partner institution environments to include gender mainstreaming and female workers and leaders, and to empower a critical mass of female energy professionals. View the Terms of Reference here.
Open Calls
Call for Proposals for Pilot Projects: Biomass Energy Initiative for Africa
The World Bank is requesting proposals for innovative pilot projects that demonstrate new approaches to modernising biomass energy in sub-Saharan Africa. This request for proposals is part of a new initiative called the Biomass Energy Initiative for Africa (BEIA). The deadline for submission is 5 August 2009. More >>
Call for Proposals: International Climate Initiative
Grants are now available for projects within the framework of the International Climate Initiative. Details on the thematic priorities and the two-stage procedure can be found in the Information on support for projects in the framework of the International Climate Initiative. More >>
Events
ISES Solar World Congress 2009
11-14 October 2009, Johannesburg, South Africa
The International Solar Energy Society invites you to submit an abstract for considering by the Scientific Programme Committee for participation at the ISES Solar World Congress programme. The theme of the congress is “Renewable Energy Shaping our Future”. More >>
Publications
Resource Guide on Gender and Climate Change
UNDP, May 2009
Poor women's limited access to resources, restricted rights, limited mobility and muted voices in shaping decisions make them highly vulnerable to climate change. This resource guide aims to inform practitioners and policy makers of the linkages between gender equality and climate change. View >>
Report: Small-scale bioenergy initiatives
