The State of Access to Modern Energy Cooking Services

Abstract

The Energy Sector Management Assistance Program (ESMAP) is a partnership between the World Bank and development partners and private nonprofit organizations that helps low-and middle-income countries reduce poverty and boost growth through sustainable energy solutions. ESMAP's analytical and advisory services are fully integrated within the World Bank's country financing and policy dialogue in the energy sector. Through the World Bank Group (WBG), ESMAP works to accelerate the energy transition required to achieve Sustainable Development Goal 7 (SDG 7) to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. It helps to shape WBG strategies and programs to achieve International Development Association (IDA) policy commitments and the WBG Climate Change Action Plan targets.

Climate & Health Implications of Adopting Modern Household Cooking Fuels on a Global Scale

“…There is increasing interest in cooking with electricity from decentralized sources 34 , which was not explored in this analysis. Off-grid options have become more feasible as the costs of renewable energy generation and storage have decreased and more e cient and inexpensive appliances like induction stoves and electric pressure cookers have become accessible 35 .…”