This report highlights the critical role of end-user subsidies (EUS) in improving access to off-grid solar (OGS) and clean cooking solutions, especially in sub-Saharan Africa, where affordability is a key barrier. It stresses the need for responsibly designed subsidies to prevent market distortion and provides practical guidance for stakeholders active in the energy sector, such as governments, development partners, companies, and industry experts. The report serves as a toolkit, providing insights into the design and implementation of end-user subsidy programs for off-grid solar and clean cooking solutions. The document is centered around a design framework that has been developed based on learnings from end-user subsidy (EUS) programs to date and uses examples and case studies where relevant.
Language: English