This project will develop sustainable models for renewable energy based electricity generation and distribution via isolated mini-grids. Initial activities will focus on a carefully selected pilot area, from where replication activities will be designed for implementation in other appropriate areas in Zambia.
Project Details
GEF Project ID
1358
Country
Zambia
Implementing Agencies
United Nations Environment Programme
Status
Completed
Region
Africa
Executing Agencies
Department of Energy
GEF Period
GEF - 3
Project Type
Full-size Project
Focal Areas
Funding Source
GEF Trust Fund
Project Documents
Financials
USDCo-financing Total
4,556,000
GEF Project Grant
2,950,000
GEF Agency Fees
382,000
Timeline
Received by GEF
28 Jun 2001
Concept Approved
21 May 2004
Project Approved for Implementation
15 Nov 2005
Project Closed
23 Sep 2018