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Sources of financing for PV-based rural electrification in developing countries

PV deployment programmes in developing countries require the procurement of capital resources in order to plan the programme, purchase, transport and install the equipment, and provide training and maintenance for its use. This guide will explore various sources of financing accessible for off-grid rural electrification. Beyond PV deployment, the concepts presented in this guide are applicable to other decentralised electrification efforts and even to rural development efforts as a whole.