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Spotlight Kampala is a research collaboration of universities, community-based organizations, and local advocates working to accelerate just energy transitions in low-income urban communities in Uganda

A User-Centered Account of Urban Energy Transitions in Kampala,

This photo essay shows the lived realities of the urban energy transitions unfolding across Kampala, Uganda''s many informal communities. Though residents are almost universally

Young Voices Power Uganda''s Energy Transition Dialogue

In a vibrant, youth-led dialogue hosted at the UN Resident Coordinator''s Office in Kampala, young changemakers voiced their hopes, concerns, and innovative ideas—energized by

What will the ''Just Energy Transition'' mean for African cities? A

However, Kampala''s emissions distribution reflects severe socioeconomic and energy disparities. Without reform, the city''s energy strategy will likely contribute to increased energy poverty and

Uganda'' energy transition path

Hydropower remains the core of Uganda''s energy system contributing over 1,400 MW to the national grid benefitting from its location at the source of White Nile. Nevertheless, renewable

Why Uganda''s energy transition still has a mountain to climb

Energy transition refers to the world shifting from oil and gas, and coal, as key sources of energy to renewable energy sources like wind and solar, and other clean energy technologies.

Energy scenarios for Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area towards a

The study develops energy scenarios for Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area (GKMA). GKMA is Uganda''s capital metropolis with no focused energy policy framework. The study uses

Uganda Energy Transition Plan

Uganda''s Energy Transition Plan (ETP) is a strategic roadmap for the development and modernisation of Uganda''s energy sector. It charts an ambitious, yet feasible pathway to achieve universal access

Sustainable Energy Transitions in Uganda: Influential

ogress towards a more sustainable, resilient, and environmentally conscious energy future in Uganda. By synthesizing robust research with actionable guidance, this review stands as an invaluable

Kampala City Energy Profile

With Kampala being one of the ENACT project cities, this report provides an overview of the energy landscape within Kampala, Uganda''s capital city, covering energy consumption patterns, applicable