Energy and Transport in Africa and South Asia

This report identifies that the most suitable low-carbon alternative is the introduction of electric vehicles

From:
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Published
28 February 2020
Document Type:
Working Paper
Theme:
Climate and Environment, Economic Growth, Infrastructure
Authors:
Collett, K.A., Byamukama, M, Crozier, C, McCulloch, M

Abstract

In Africa and South Asia, the transition to low-carbon vehicles is vital in mitigating climate change. There will be socio-economic co-benefits associated with reduced dependence on oil imports, cleaner air in cities, and lower running costs, negating the need for energy subsidies. This report identifies that the most suitable low-carbon alternative is the introduction of electric vehicles. Pathways to deliver electrification in Africa and South Asia are discussed and the impacts on the power network are considered.

This research is part of the Energy and Economic Growth Applied Research Programme.

Citation

Katherine A. Collett, Maximus Byamukama, Constance Crozier, Malcolm McCulloch (2020) Energy and Transport in Africa and South Asia. EEG State of Knowledge Paper series. Oxford Policy Management

Energy and Transport in Africa and South Asia

Published 28 February 2020
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