Uganda: Energy for Rural Transformation APL-2

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The objective of the Second Energy for Rural Transformation (ERT II) Project is to increase access to energy and Information and Communication Technology (ICTs) in rural Uganda. There are three components to the project. The first component of the project is rural energy infrastructure. This component will finance extension of the existing electricity distribution network, installation of independent distribution systems, small scale renewable energy generation plants, household and institutional solar PV systems, and related technical assistance and training. It will also capitalize the credit support facility, and provide cost-shared assistance to private sponsors seeking financial closure on rural energy investments. The second component of the project is ICT. This component will finance internet broadband extension to rural areas, new community information centers, cell phone charging stations for existing community information centers, and computer equipment for schools and health clinics. Technical assistance and training will also be supported, including development of information packages to rural customers. The third and final component of the project is energy development, cross sectoral links, impact monitoring. This component will finance solar PV energy packages for rural schools, health clinics, and water facilities, and includes related technical assistance, training, and operating costs. This component also supports the project coordination unit, assessment of poverty impacts by the Ministry of Finance, planning, and economic development, as well as outreach activities by the Ministry of Local Government.