RAI works with communities to understand energy needs, develop renewable energy projects, and explore cleaner cooking solutions that support local livelihoods.
Community Energy Assessments
RAI gathers evidence on electricity reliability, energy spending, affordability, and the energy needs of households and businesses.
In Kuje, Abuja, we have completed an initial assessment involving households, local businesses, and schools. The findings are helping us identify practical options for improving electricity access and reliability..
Kuje Community Energy Project
Building on our community assessments, RAI is developing a proposed solar-hybrid mini-grid project in Kuje, Abuja, to improve electricity reliability for local businesses, households, and educational facilities.
The next steps include technical feasibility work, engagement with relevant stakeholders, and securing development and funding partners. The project has not yet reached installation.
Clean Cooking for Small Businesses
RAI is developing a clean cooking initiative for informal food vendors and small food businesses, with particular attention to women-led enterprises.
The proposed pilot will explore suitable cooking equipment, fuel costs, training needs, and affordable payment options. It aims to help participating businesses adopt cleaner cooking methods that meet their everyday commercial needs.
RAI continues to engage communities, technical experts, development partners, governments, and private sector stakeholders to identify opportunities for collaboration capable of advancing energy access, livelihoods, climate resilience, and sustainable development outcomes across Africa.