Small scale, big impact: How can decentralized renewables transform lives and livelihoods?

Decentralised renewable energy solutions deliver electricity in remote and rural communities. But energy access is not only about powering homes, it is about empowering lives and livelihoods and unlocking full potential of the remote communities. In this episode, host Daria Gazzola is joined by Kavita Rai, Senior Programme Officer for Energy Access at IRENA, to explore how decentralized renewable energy is reshaping lives: from powering agriculture or healthcare to empowering women and youth. The discussion focuses on impacts, ongoing challenges, and the ripple effects of reliable energy access on education, economic opportunities, healthcare delivery and more. Tune in to discover how decentralized solutions are driving inclusive, sustainable development—one community at a time.