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June 17, 2019
Zambian Regulators Advance Framework to Support Off-Grid Electricity Development

Leaders in Zambia have set into motion a profoundly important effort to expand access to affordable, reliable electricity. For isolated and remote communities, officials believe that off-grid systems will serve as an essential component to increasing access to modern electricity services in Zambia.

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Zambian Regulators Advance Framework to Support Off-Grid Electricity Development
February 15, 2019
In a Regional First, Bosnia Launches Electricity Price Comparison Tool

Through support from USAID, NARUC, and the USAID Energy Investment Activity, regulators from BiH publicly launched an online electricity price comparison tool in December 2018. This tool will help customers better understand the electricity sector and, more importantly, save money on their electricity bills.

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In a Regional First, Bosnia Launches Electricity Price Comparison Tool
November 5, 2018
The Indispensable Role of Energy Regulators in Protecting the Electric Grid

Regulators play an indispensable role in achieving effective cybersecurity in the energy sector, and serve a key role in efforts by USAID and NARUC to improve electricity sector cybersecurity in Europe and Eurasia.  

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The Indispensable Role of Energy Regulators in Protecting the Electric Grid
October 18, 2018
Through USAID-supported Cybersecurity Project, U.S. and Eastern European Energy Regulators Develop Model for Regulatory Cybersecurity Strategies Worldwide

To provide needed support to regulators in Europe and Eurasia, USAID and NARUC developed the Black Sea Cybersecurity Strategy Development Guide, which helps regulators customize a strategy in alignment with international best practices.

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Through USAID-supported Cybersecurity Project, U.S. and Eastern European Energy Regulators Develop Model for Regulatory Cybersecurity Strategies Worldwide
October 17, 2018
The Regulatory Cybersecurity Strategy: a Key Building Block for an Energy Sector's Cybersecurity Policy Framework

A regulatory strategy is not the first thing people associate with cybersecurity. But, for regulators, utilities and others, it is a critical first step to the success of any cyber program.

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The Regulatory Cybersecurity Strategy: a Key Building Block for an Energy Sector's Cybersecurity Policy Framework
October 12, 2018
Nigerian Regulators Advances Key Accounting Tool to Support Electricity Sector Improvement

Through the support of USAID and Power Africa, regulators in Nigeria have taken a major step toward a more sustainable, competitive and self-reliant electricity system 

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Nigerian Regulators Advances Key Accounting Tool to Support Electricity Sector Improvement
July 24, 2018
Gender Internship Cultivates Interest in Effective Utilization of Energy

Through the support of USAID's Energy Division and Power Africa, a participant in the Women in Energy Regulation Internship Program cultivated an interest in conservation and the effective utilization of energy.

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Gender Internship Cultivates Interest in Effective Utilization of Energy
July 6, 2018
How Strong Regulatory Frameworks Support Development

Regulatory reforms can open up new opportunities for businesses, improve the health and safety of a country’s citizens and facilitate greater connections within a region. But don’t just take our word for it -- here are three ways strong regulatory frameworks can support development.

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How Strong Regulatory Frameworks Support Development
June 18, 2018
The Practical Guide to Women in Energy Regulation

Developed in collaboration with USAID’s Energy Division, the Practical Guide to Women in Energy Regulation provides an overview of the current role of women within the energy sector and identifies approaches to gender equity that consider women as employees, decision-makers and stakeholders, energy users and participants in the energy value chain.

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The Practical Guide to Women in Energy Regulation
June 17, 2018
Tanzania Advances Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Rules Following USAID, NARUC Support

The Tanzanian government has advanced midstream and downstream natural gas activities by instituting key pipeline safety rules, in part through the assistance and support of USAID, Power Africa and NARUC.

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Tanzania Advances Natural Gas Pipeline Safety Rules Following USAID, NARUC Support
May 29, 2018
Regulators, System Operators Collaborate on Steps to Increase Reliability and Promote Investment in Black Sea Region

Through the support of USAID and in collaboration with the U.S. Energy Association, NARUC supported regulators and transmission system operators in the Black Sea region through a first-of-its-kind report on balancing resources.  

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Regulators, System Operators Collaborate on Steps to Increase Reliability and Promote Investment in Black Sea Region
May 7, 2018
Intern in Tanzania Gains Skills in Natural Gas Monitoring

Through the support of USAID’s Energy Division and Power Africa, Anitha Privatus Kaijage is developing skills and knowledge that will further her career in the energy sector via an internship at the Tanzanian regulatory agency. 

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Intern in Tanzania Gains Skills in Natural Gas Monitoring
May 2, 2018
Tanzanian Officials Agree on Key Plan to Improve Energy System Through Time-of-Use Rates

Through support from USAID, Power Africa and NARUC, Tanzanian regulators have joined utility and government officials on a key plan to improve energy efficiency and electric system utilization through time-of-use rates.

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Tanzanian Officials Agree on Key Plan to Improve Energy System Through Time-of-Use Rates
April 19, 2018
Georgian Regulator Reflects on Growth, Relationship with USAID and NARUC

Georgian Commissioner Gocha Shonia reflects on his experience and growth as a regulator during the lengthy engagement between the Georgian National Energy and Water Regulatory Commission, USAID and NARUC. 

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Georgian Regulator Reflects on Growth, Relationship with USAID and NARUC
March 15, 2018
USAID Supports Intern at Kenyan Energy Regulator to Learn 'Soft Skills' and Reach Career Goals

With the support of USAID and Power Africa, NARUC is advancing gender equity and empowering new women leaders like Margaret through its Women in Energy Regulation Internship Program.

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USAID Supports Intern at Kenyan Energy Regulator to Learn 'Soft Skills' and Reach Career Goals