Scaling Grid Infrastructure

Year Published

2023

Contributing Organizations

Article Six Group

Republic of Rwanda

SEAGRASS

Type of Resource

Research/Insights Report

Languages

English

Relevant Topics

Core Topic

Energy Generation

Topic 2

Transition Finance

Topic 3

Carbon Markets & Carbon Finance

Target Audience

Financial Services Providers

Governments & Policymakers

MDBs/DFIs

Philanthropies

Project Developers

Relevant Geography

Global

Resource Description

This report explores how carbon markets under Article 6 of the Paris Agreement can support investment in electricity grid infrastructure needed for renewable energy scale-up in emerging markets.

Why This Matters

Unlocking carbon finance for grid infrastructure can accelerate renewable energy deployment and help countries meet climate goals.

Key Insights

Highlights the critical role of grid upgrades in enabling clean energy transitions
Explains how Article 6 mechanisms can channel results-based finance into grid projects
Proposes a framework for crediting emission reductions from grid decarbonization
Discusses project types, eligibility, and approaches to additionality and baseline setting

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