Energy Access Practitioner Network

About Us
United Nations has called on
businesses, governments, and
civil society to achieve Sustainable
Energy for All by 2030
The Issue
Addressing barriers to energy
access and promoting decentralized
sustainable energy solutions
- Challenge
- Opportunity
- Vision
- Impact
Our Work
Discover the range of services
offered and activities led by
the Practitioner Network
Get Involved
Membership
Explore our diverse
membership’s reach across
the globe
Resources
Explore a range of tools
and resources relevant to the
off-grid sustainable energy
sector
News
Stay informed about the
latest news and developments
in energy access
Events
Find out about a variety of
events relevant to the energy
access space across the globe
- Upcoming Events
- Past Events

Our Goal? Universal Energy Access by 2030

1.1 billion people around the world have no access to electricity and the many development benefits that it brings – improved health, education, security, and income.

The Energy Access Practitioner Network is a global platform that brings together energy service providers and stakeholders from 170 countries to support the delivery of clean, reliable, and affordable decentralized energy as a contribution to the Sustainable Development Goal of universal energy access by 2030.

Sharing Knowledge

The network is a platform for knowledge-sharing and peer-to-peer learning to facilitate innovation and share best practices in the sector.

Building Partnerships

Cross-cutting partnerships between Network members help overcome the obstacles to achieve greater social impact.

Catalyzing Action

Collectively, our members have delivered modern energy services to over 100 million people over the course of the organizations' lifetime.

Membership

To learn more about the work of our Practitioner Network
members around the globe

“With the help of the Practitioner Network’s campaign on Indiegogo, we finished the installation of our solar powered streetlights in Cambodia. Additionally, we were able to run a successful CSR campaign and also start a company with a knowledgeable investor.”

Robert Haendel, Founder & CEO, Fosera Lighting

”Through the Energy Access Practitioner Netowrk, we have learned different ways to solve problems, as well as use opportunities to help us light up India’s urban slums!”

Monique Alfris, Co-founder, Pollinate Energy

“Through the Network's efforts to connect and spread information, we are collectively bringing renewables to the farthest reaches of the world. We appreciate the Energy Access Practitioner Network’s vision and leadership!”

Stephen Katsaros, Founder & CEO, Nokero

The Practitioner Network is the best resource for keeping up to date on what's going on in the microgrid industry around the world. The Network frequently updates offer relevant information about best practices, funding opportunities, and networking events.

Brian Somers, Project Manager, Standard Microgrid

The Practitioner Network has given our members working on the ground the visibility and networking opportunities to push for the development of off-grid stand-alone and mini-grid renewable energy solutions for rural electrification in developing countries.

Marcus Wiemann, Executive Director, Alliance for Rural Electrification

The EarthSpark team has found the Practitioner Network an invaluable platform for making connections, following trends, and sharing findings; our team has found funders, built partnerships, and made great friends.