Aziz Yusupov Keywords energy sustainable energy dialogues ADB South Asia inclusive energy Read more about Aziz Yusupov An Uzbekistan national, Aziz Yusupov has 15 years of project financing experience in sectors such as power, gas, and urban development spanning across South Asia and Central and West Asia regions. In his current role as Bangladesh country focal for the energy sector, he conducts policy dialogue with the government to facilitate legal and regulatory improvements enabling sustainable and inclusive energy sector development.
Highlights of the 2020 CSO Anchors Training Read more about Highlights of the 2020 CSO Anchors Training Highlights of the 2020 CSO Anchors Training 17-19 November 2020
How is Renewable Energy Different Compared to Fossil Fuels for Women? Read more about How is Renewable Energy Different Compared to Fossil Fuels for Women? This presentation discussed how women see the differences between renewable energy and fossil fuels, and how the renewable energy sector can help women and vice versa. It also gave an overview of the CET impact assessment criteria and the impact of electricity access in South Asia through regional connectivity.
Solar Warriors of Bhutan - A Compelling Story from Bhutan Read more about Solar Warriors of Bhutan - A Compelling Story from Bhutan This presentation discussed how ADB piloted a unique approach for sustainable rural electrification: training 35 women for a six-month training program to be rural electricians that install and service solar photovoltaic panels and batteries, wiring and auxiliary systems. The women returned to their villages as “barefoot engineers.”
Enabling Poor Women's Participation in the RE Sector in Bangaladesh - Hatiya Project Read more about Enabling Poor Women's Participation in the RE Sector in Bangaladesh - Hatiya Project This presentation discussed the key lessons from the ADB technical and financial assistance project in Hatiya Upazila, Noakhali called “Enabling Poor Women’s Participation in the Renewable Energy Sector in Bangladesh".
Blockchain-Driven Community Energy Read more about Blockchain-Driven Community Energy This presentation discussed the advantages of using blockchain for community energy solutions. It also examined how blockchain can be used in microgrid control solutions, disaster management, and provenance & development.
Gender and Energy in South Asia Read more about Gender and Energy in South Asia This presentation discussed the gender equity and social inclusion (GESI) framework in the energy sector in South Asia. It also outlined the South Asia Department's experience in developing operationally relevant tools, gender-related capacities, introducing evidence-based approaches to gender and energy, and engaging in energy sector policy dialogue and technology solutions.
How is Renewable Energy Different Compared to Fossil Fuels for Women? Read more about How is Renewable Energy Different Compared to Fossil Fuels for Women? This presentation discussed how the renewable energy sector can help women and vice versa. It also examined the impacts and results of gender mainstreaming in renewable energy programs in South Asia.
Women Power—Smarter, Inclusive Energy Solutions Read more about Women Power—Smarter, Inclusive Energy Solutions An Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2019 Deep Dive Workshop The main objective of the workshop was for participants to gain in-depth knowledge of the work done in the ADB energy portfolio to integrate gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) considerations, with a focus on practice in South Asia. Specific objectives include:
Linking Integrity Tools with Capacity Development in Lao PDR, Cambodia, and Viet Nam Read more about Linking Integrity Tools with Capacity Development in Lao PDR, Cambodia, and Viet Nam This presentation discussed the scope of integrity management, the process involved with the integrity management toolbox, and the gaps and elements of success in water integrity capacity development in Southeast Asia.