Women-led decentralised renewable energy and India’s last-mile transition
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Why in news
Chhattisgarh is implementing a 'Women Led DRE' policy to empower women as owners and operators of decentralized renewable energy systems to address energy poverty.
Background
The Chhattisgarh 'Women Led DRE' policy focuses on public investments, training women technicians, and promoting productive use of energy. It aims to empower local panchayats through land access and revenue sharing to foster economic growth and address gender inequalities.
Facts for Prelims
- FactChhattisgarh is implementing a 'Women Led DRE' policy for decentralized renewable energy.
- PlaceChhattisgarh is the state implementing the women-led decentralized renewable energy model.
- FactThe policy includes training women technicians and empowering local panchayats through land access.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how decentralized renewable energy (DRE) models can serve as a tool for gender empowerment and rural economic development in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Gender-centric ownership: Transitioning women from passive consumers to active owners and decision-makers of energy assets
- Institutional synergy: Leveraging Panchayati Raj Institutions for land access and revenue sharing in rural energy projects
- Socio-economic linkage: Mitigating health risks and energy poverty through localized, women-led technical training
Keywords: Decentralized Renewable Energy · Gender Empowerment · Energy Poverty · Productive Use of Energy · Panchayati Raj Institutions
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