1

Global Energy Demand

• 1.6 billion people without electricity

• 2.4 billion people relying on biomass

• Energy and income poverty are linked

• Without innovative solutions, 1.4 billion people will still lack access to energy in 2030.

2

Village Energy

How can Grameen Foundation play a role in providing

affordable, clean, and safe energy to the world’s

poorest?

Financing

Multi-tier microfranchising

Convener and consolidator

Corporate Partnerships

Business modeling

Global partner network

Grameen Experience

3

Grameen Foundation Strategy

Through desk research, global field research, and discussions we hope to develop a strategy and operational plan that adds value to the sector and situates us effectively in the eco-system.

Village Energy Global Field Visits

Honduras

Bolivia

Ghana KenyaUganda

Nepal

Indonesia

Bangladesh

Sri Lanka

India

End-User Study

Program Study