The Asian Regional Energy Initiative of the IEI

Advocacy

Our activities in the field of advocacy consist of papers/presentations on the basis of the analyses carried out, as well as informal and formal discussions. These discussions have been with decision makers at the central and state levels in India, personnel of utilities and energy-based organisations in India and other Asian countries, and non-governmental organisations (NGOs). A range of topics has been dealt with, according to the needs perceived. These include the promotion of rational methods of energy planning (particularly integrated electricity planning), increased use of renewable sources of energy (such as solar power), improved energy efficiency, and enhanced supply of electricity to the grid (from captive generation plants and cogeneration at sugar factories). [Click here] In recent years, there has been an increased focus on issues of power sector reform and public participation in the local power sector reform processes. [Click here]