NRECA International

We are excited and inspired by the community in Petauke, Zambia. They came together, elected their leaders, and established an electric to bring power to their lives. This is the second electric co-op in Zambia, made possible by our Zambia Electric Cooperative Development Program which is funded by USAID - US Agency for International Development in partnership with REA - Rural Electrification Authority, Zambia. It takes a -- thank you for all the hard work!
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Today, Doreen Chipika Bwalya, manager of our Zambia Electric Cooperative Development Program (ZECDP), and Ernest Lupiya, ZECDP's community engagement specialist, meets with the Ntatumbila Electric board members. Tomorrow, this one-year-old co-op will hold it's second general assembly. The work continues!

We are proud to partner with USAID - US Agency for International Development and REA - Rural Electrification Authority, Zambia for this project. Learn more about the people of Ntatumbila:
https://www.nrecainternational.coop/the-first-electric-co-op-for-zambia/

For communities to grow and with people. We've established more than 250 electric around the world to empower people. In celebration of the 2024 this week, we invite you to learn how it's done and why we believe cooperatives build a better future for all.
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https://www.nrecainternational.coop/what-we-do/cooperative-development/

We’re proud to have developed the best possible tools to help countries like achieve universal access. Check out our platform that combines our deep experience in national electrification, Illustreet's savvy in mapping technology and a commitment to empowering lives everywhere. 👇🏽


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Thank you to our International Projects Director Nicholas Allen, for doing a great job leading the technical workshop training. 👇🏽 Our calendar is marked for the IEP Madagascar launch in June! We are proud to be part of a phenomenal team that is determined to achieve . 💪🏽 💪🏽

Recently, we brought together electric development leaders to talk about why the electric co-op model is the solution to bring energy access to Zambia's rural communities. Watch the recording of the panel discussion held at NRECA's in San Antonio.

Thank you again for your important insights: Linus Chanda, CEO of the REA - Rural Electrification Authority, Zambia, Doreen Chipika Bwalya our program manager for the USAID - US Agency for International Development - funded Zambia Electric Cooperative Development Program, Miles Kuschel, Board Chair of Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative, Nicholas Allen, our International Projects Director, and Zuraidah Hoffman for moderating the discussion.

Supporting Electric Cooperative Development in Zambia Watch a panel discuss the importance of developing electric cooperatives in Zambia. Panelists:Linus Chanda, CEO Zambia's Rural Electrification AuthorityDoree...

This year during NRECA's , we hosted international delegations from different countries, celebrated the support of our donors, and the tireless service of our volunteers. Take a look at the highlights from the event, which includes a photo gallery, video, and more!
https://www.nrecainternational.coop/nreca-international-luncheon-at-powerxchange-2024/

In recognition of the 2024 , we are proud that our work to establish electric in invests in women to accelerate the progress of entire communities. Learn how we are helping new and upcoming co-ops understand that to be sustainable and successful, everyone must be included.

https://www.nrecainternational.coop/women-in-zambias-electric-cooperative-movement/

A new electric co-op in Zambia and lineworkers in Sierra Leone learned from the best. Read how Miles Kuschel from Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative, Dwight Miller, CLCP, CUSP from Ohio's Electric Cooperatives, and Blake West from Guernsey-Muskingum Electric Cooperative offered their knowledge and skills to help others succeed.
https://www.nrecainternational.coop/learning-from-the-best/

Thank you, CoBank for your continued support!

Exciting news from CoBank! Our recent $250,000 contribution to NRECA International will support rural electrification projects in developing countries, impacting millions worldwide. This year’s donation will be used to support electric cooperative development in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in northern Zambia, which opened its first electric cooperative last July. To read more about the contribution, visit: https://www.cobank.com/corporate/news/2024/cobank-announces-250000-contribution-to-nreca-international

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We are very fortunate to have electric cooperative volunteers who collaborate with us each year, to fullfill our mission. Learn how they brought power to rural communities in Guatemala. Thank you for your commitment!
https://www.nrecainternational.coop/cooperative-global-commitment-23/

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It was a pleasure to have Linus Chanda CEO of REA - Rural Electrification Authority, Zambia, Doreen Bwalya, Miles Kuschel from Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative and Nick Allen on stage with us to talk about why the electric cooperative model is the solution to bring electricity to rural communities in Africa.

The scenes from the early days of the American electric cooperative movement are being replayed in sub-Saharan Africa. Like U.S. farmers in the 1930s and 40s, people in Liberia, Uganda and Zambia are proving, once again, that the co-op model can bring light to remote rural communities.

During , African co-op leaders are sharing more about the challenges they face, how American co-ops can help and the opportunities for America's electric co-ops to help overcome them during the NRECA International lunch.

Starting today we are hosting almost 200 guests from 6 countries who are attending the NRECA - if you’re also here, join us in welcoming them!

From safety training to geospatial planning analysis, here's a sampling of what's keeping us busy! 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼
https://www.nrecainternational.coop/showcasing-latest-projects/

JOB OPENING ALERT: Are you interested in joining a team that is committed to empowering rural communities around the world? We are recruiting an Energy Specialist / Team Leader for a potential new project in Nepal, that is aimed at reducing poverty and advancing economic growth by increasing productive uses of electricity.

Check out the full description here:

https://www.nrecainternational.coop/about/job-opportunities/

Our supporters help us empower people to improve their quality of life, and our bring joy and light to the people they meet. With much gratitude for the season, thank you for supporting us to bring access to safe, reliable and affordable electricity to communities around the world.

During this season of , we would like to thank all the lineworkers who have volunteered to bring power to communities, and help strengthen electric co-ops around the world. Read about one of them: Genevie Boarman from Northern Neck Electric Cooperative, the first woman lineworker who traveled to Guatemala with a team from Virginia, Maryland and Delaware.
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We covered a lot of ground today for "It's A Business," our last webinar in the three-part series on the challenges and opportunities of operating mini grids in rural communities. A big thank you to our mini grid pro Frank Bergh, P.E., ‘Lamide Niyi-Afuye CEO of the Africa Minigrid Developers Association (AMDA), Anita Otubu, Senior Director at Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL), James Knuckles, Ph.D. from The World Bank, Charles Matovu, GM of KRECS, an electric co-op in Uganda, and Zuraidah Hoffman who facilitated the discussion.

If you missed it, the recording will be available online this week, including the other two sessions from the last month. This is part of the AmpUp program, funded by USAID. Check out the videos here 👉🏽 https://bit.ly/3ZLepDX

IT'S NOT TOO LATE! Register now for "It's A Business", taking place on November 8, 9:00-10:30 EST. This is the final webinar in the 3-part series on the opportunities and challenges of operating a in rural areas -- as part of the AmpUp initiative funded by USAID - US Agency for International Development

Join Frank Bergh, P.E. NRECA International's Sr. Electrical Engineer, James Knuckles, Ph.D., Sr. Energy Access Consultant with The World Bank, ‘Lamide Niyi-Afuye, CEO of the Africa Minigrid Developers Association (AMDA), Anita Otubu, Sr. Director for Universal Energy Facilities at Sustainable Energy for All, and Charles Matovu, General Manager of KRECS, an electric co-op in Uganda. Register now! 👇🏽

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REGISTER NOW for "It's A Business", taking place on November 8, 9:00-10:30 EST. This is the final webinar in the 3-part series on the opportunities and challenges of operating a in rural areas -- as part of the AmpUp initiative funded by USAID - US Agency for International Development.

Join Frank Bergh, P.E. NRECA International's Sr. Electrical Engineer, Jon Exel, Sr. Energy Specialist with The World Bank, Olamide Niyi-Afuye, CEO of AMDA, the Africa Mini Grid Developers Association, Irene Calvé Saborit, Principal Specialist with Sustainable Energy for All and Charles Matovu, General Manager of KRECS, an electric co-op in Uganda. You will learn what is needed to establish and sustain successful mini grids. Register now! 👇🏽
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We had a great conversation in today's webinar titled "It Takes a Community" moderated by Zuraidah Hoffman. A big thank you to Dan Waddle, Doreen Bwalya, Clay Koplin, Aaron Massaquoi and Emily Varga, for offering your insight and experience, on why community support is critical to the operations of mini grids in rural areas. This webinar is part of the AmpUp initiative, funded by USAID - US Agency for International Development -- register now for the 3rd and final webinar in this series! https://bit.ly/3ZLepDX

REMINDER: Don't forget to register today for IT TAKES A COMMUNITY, a webinar taking place on October 25, 9:00-10:30 am EDT. This is the second of a 3-part series on the opportunities and challenges of operating a in rural areas.

Join Doreen Chipika Bwalya of NRECA International, Aaron Massaquoi, GM for Totota Electric Cooperative, Clay Koplin, GM and CEO of Cordova Electric Cooperative, Emily Varga, Sr. Co-op Development Advisor for the USAID - US Agency for International Development Cooperative Development Program, and Dan Waddle, Sr. VP for NRECA International. You will learn why support is important for the long-term success of mini grids! Register now! 👇🏽
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DID YOU MISS the first webinar on October 11? The video for Keeping the Lights On is now available featuring Tombo Banda of CrossBoundary, Frank Bergh of NRECA International, Lobo of Nuru and John Kidenda of PowerGen Renewable Energy.

And while you're there, REGISTER NOW for It Takes a Community, the second webinar in the series, taking place on October 25 at 9am EST, featuring another impressive group of panelists. Doreen Chipika Bwalya, our ZECDP program manager, Clay Koplin, GM and CEO of Cordova Electric Cooperative and Aaron Massaquoi, GM of Totota Electric Cooperative. 👇🏼

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Don't miss another opportunity to learn about the challenges and opportunities to operate in rural areas. Our second webinar in this three-part series is on October 25 at 9am EST: It Takes a Community. Dive in with our panelists: Doreen Bwalya, NRECA International's manager for the Zambia Electric Cooperative Development Program, Clay Koplin, CEO of Cordova Electric Cooperative, and Aaron Massaquoi, general manager of the Totota Electric Cooperative. This is part of the USAID - US Agency for International Development funded AmpUp program -- learn more about it and register now!
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Building community!

A well-deserved day of rest and relaxation turned into a soccer tournament. Rather than visiting the Mayan ruins, the team spent the morning playing soccer with the EMRE crew and local electricians. Played at a covered facility with an artificial turf surface, complete with an announcer, the United We Light team did well against talented players from their host utility. They worked up just as much of a sweat as if they had been working in the village, perhaps more. It's back to work today!
NRECA International

Join us for a three-part webinar series on the opportunities and challenges of operating mini grids in rural areas. Don't miss the first one on Oct 11 at 9am EST: Keeping the Lights On featuring an impressive panel of speakers: Tombo Banda - CrossBoundary Frank Bergh - NRECA International, Archip Lobo, - Nuru , and John Kidenda - PowerGen Renewable Energy. This is part of the USAID - US Agency for International Development -funded AmpUp program - learn more about it and register now! 👇🏼 https://bit.ly/3ZLepDX

Join us for a three-part webinar series on the opportunities and challenges of operating mini grids in rural areas. Don't miss the first one on Oct 11 at 9am EST: Keeping the Lights On featuring an impressive panel of speakers: Tombo Banda - CrossBoundary Frank Bergh - NRECA International, Archip Lobo, - Nuru, and John Kidenda - PowerGen Renewable Energy. This is part of the USAID - US Agency for International Development-funded AmpUp program - learn more about it and register now! 👇🏼 https://bit.ly/3ZLepDX

Are you interested in joining a team that is dedicated to improving lives in communities around the world? We're looking for a Program Coordinator for our Quality Assurance Program. Take a look 👇🏼


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