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Focus Areas

Energy for Development

Offering expertise in the strategic, technical, and policy aspects of sustainable energy markets

Access to reliable energy services is a cornerstone of development. We advise governments around the world on reforms and partnerships that can help countries build more stable energy sectors. With our partners, we work to:

  • Advance energy sector resilience and security, new generation capacity, and energy-efficient solutions.
  • Foster enabling policy and regulatory environments.
  • Catalyze public and private investment in energy.
  • Strengthen local capacity and champion locally led solutions to grow, innovate, and deliver quality energy services.
  • Increase the professional participation and leadership of women in the power sector.  

Our Approach

We provide technical guidance on legal, regulatory, and market restructuring efforts to increase the confidence of private investors in developing countries, and we support promising energy projects through strong industry connections and a global network of experts. To promote sustainability, we connect commercial and financial stakeholders in partner countries to build lasting supply chains.

We enhance the capacity of organizations across the energy value chain—from national electricity regulators to small, rural solar companies—by providing training and tools necessary for effective operations. Additionally, we also develop innovative processes to increase the professional participation and leadership of women in the power sector.  

By the Numbers

To date, RTI has worked with local partners around the world to support:

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in energy investments

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new energy connections

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metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions mitigated

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gigawatts of new capacity

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Energy for Development Brochure

Engaging the energy sector as a driver of human development and economic growth is foundational to addressing climate change. Across more than 60 countries, RTI is leading change, moving the world toward net-zero emissions by promoting climate-resilient solutions that help low-resource communities realize their economic potential.

Graphic shows sources of CO2 in the atmosphere.

Practice Brief: Achieving Net Zero Emissions Through International Development

The path to net zero requires rapid coordination and reform. Throughout this complex process, international development implementers play a critical role in rapidly catalyzing and coordinating private and public sector change based on the latest evidence-based solutions. This brief highlights the vital role that energy and electrification play across developmental sectors. 

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Expert Interview: Exploring Global Careers in Clean Energy

The energy sector is a dynamic space for new jobs and opportunities, especially as more economies transition to clean energy. It remains a male-dominated field, with only 16% of jobs in the sector filled by women. Despite this, women are making inroads and leading in exciting ways.