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June, 2026 Newsletter
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Monthly updates from the National Renewable Energy Platform (NREP) and partners across Uganda's renewable energy ecosystem.
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RENEWABLE ENERGY CONFERENC 2026 & EXPO (REC26 & EXPO) REPORT
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"From Systems to Scale: Powering Uganda’s Green Economy"
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- Dates: 19th – 22nd October 2026
- Venue: Kampala Serena Hotel, Kampala
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REC26 & EXPO will convene policymakers, private sector leaders, development partners, researchers, and innovators to explore pathways for scaling renewable energy solutions that support Uganda’s green economy.
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The conference will focus on strengthening energy systems, accelerating clean cooking adoption, unlocking investment, and expanding productive use of renewable energy.
Book a Side Event or Session in Advance
More details about registration, exhibition opportunities, and partnership options will be shared soon.
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District Agri-Energy Task Forces Launched in Eastern and Western Uganda
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Across Iganga, Ntungamo, and Nakasongola Districts, a new chapter in local agricultural development is unfolding. In recent weeks, district leaders, technical officers, farmer representatives, and development partners gathered for consultative dialogues to establish District Agri-Energy Task Forces. These platforms form a key part of the Power for Food Partnership, a five-year initiative (2025–2029) driven by SNV and the IKEA Foundation, in collaboration with the National Renewable Energy Platform (NREP), Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD), Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) and other national stakeholders.
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An Electric Pressure Cooker For Every Household In Uganda By 2030
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The Government of Uganda has demonstrated its commitment to promote clean cooking through various policy and regulatory measures. Key policies and regulatory measures promoting clean cooking adopted by Uganda such as the 4 National Development Plan (2026-2030), National Integrated Clean Cooking Strategy (2025), Energy Policy (2023) and Energy Transition Plan (2023) have set a target to reduce the consumption of biomass for cooking and also increase the percentage of population using clean cooking to 50% by 2030 and universal access by 2040.
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🌍 Renewable Energy Sector Highlights
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Electricity Access Scale-Up Project Advances
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Takeaways From Uganda's Updated Energy Policy
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Why is Uganda Struggling to Take Up Clean Cooking Technologies?
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Rukiga leaders demand revamp of idle solar irrigation project
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National Energy Compact and Energy Transition Efforts
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Power & Elec Uganda 2026
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JThe 4th edition of Power & Elec Uganda, the country’s largest international exhibition and conference on power, energy, electrical, electronics, lighting, solar, and other renewables, returns on 9th –11th July 2026. It brings together utilities, manufacturers, distributors, EPC contractors, and investors for networking, technology showcases, and business matching focused on Uganda’s green energy transition.
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Off Grid Solar Systems Training (Sort Course)
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This is a skill-oriented course in the study of solar photovoltaic (PV) cells, modules, and system components; electrical circuits; PV system design and sizing for use on homes, understanding energy conversion from sunlight to electricity, and working with solar conversion equipment.
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International Conference on Energy Efficiency and Green Building Technologies
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Scheduled around mid-to-late June 2026, this conference brings together researchers, professionals, and stakeholders to discuss sustainable building practices and renewable energy integration in Uganda and the region.
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💡 Funding & Business Opportunities
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- Mitigation Action Facility Call for Projects 2026
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- EEP Africa – 2026 Call for Proposals
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- Digital Energy Facility — Digital Energy Challenge for Startups
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Transform Your Cooking, Protect Your Health
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Clean cooking technologies reduce harmful smoke, improve indoor air quality, and save time and money. Join the movement to adopt safer, more efficient stoves and fuels that benefit your family, your wallet, and the environment.
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