Beyond Coverage: The opportunity for mobile operators to improve access to energy in Latin America

Case study of the opportunities for using mobile networks to improve access to energy, based on Telefónica Movistar Nicaragua

From:
Department for International Development
Published
1 January 2013
Country:
Nicaragua
Document Type:
Case Study
Theme:
Infrastructure
Authors:
Movistar Nicaragua

Abstract

This report provides a case study of the opportunities for using mobile networks to improve access to energy, based on the network of Telefónica Movistar Nicaragua, a subsidiary of the Spanish-based global operator Telefónica. The report finds that there is a potential business case for mobile operators to support access to energy and phone charging services in off-grid communities

Citation

Published 1 January 2013
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