Dear Sir/Ma,

Invitation to the Stakeholders Engagement Workshop (SEW2024)

The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is pleased to invite you to the Stakeholders Engagement Workshop (SEW2024) scheduled to take place as follows:

• Theme: Powering Partnerships for Sustainable Energy Access and Innovation
• Date: 18th and 19th December 2024
• Venue: UBEC Digital Centre, Jahi, Abuja

This workshop will convene key players in the renewable energy sector, including policymakers, renewable energy developers, productive-use energy users, manufacturers, decentralized renewable energy (DRE) financiers, and stakeholders at international, national, and sub-national levels.

During the workshop, participants will gain insights into:

• The e-H.E.A.R.T project under the State Matching Program of the Rural Electrification Fund (REF).
• The transition to DARES (Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-Up) under the NEP.
• Opportunities to engage and collaborate on Productive Use of Energy (PUE) for economic growth powered by ASOLAR.

Join us for impactful discussions, knowledge sharing, and opportunities to advance the renewable energy landscape in Nigeria.

For further details, please contact:

• Dr. Ahmed Yahaya Alhassan Rural Electrification Fund (REF): 08034528557
• Mrs. Joke Odumosu Nigerian Electrification Project (NEP): 08034995157

We look forward to your participation.

Dr Ahmed Yahaya Alhassan
Deputy Director Rural Electrification Fund REF

Participants at the Stakeholders Engagement Workshop 2024 (SEW2024) are anticipated to:

1. Gain Valuable Insights:
• Understand the implementation of the e-H.E.A.R.T project, a key initiative under the State Matching Program of the Rural Electrification Fund (REF).
• Explore the transition to DARES (Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-Up) under the Nigeria Electrification Project (NEP).
• Discover opportunities to leverage Productive Use of Energy (PUE) to drive economic growth, including innovations powered by ASOLAR.


2. Engage in Collaborative Dialogues:
• Participate in panel discussions and technical sessions addressing challenges, solutions, and opportunities in the renewable energy sector.
• Exchange ideas and foster partnerships with national, international, and subnational stakeholders.


3. Access Networking Opportunities:
• Connect with policymakers, renewable energy developers, financiers, PUE manufacturers, and other key players in the DRE ecosystem.
• Build relationships that support impactful collaborations and projects.


4. Explore Financing Opportunities:
• Learn about funding options and financial models available for renewable energy projects, including PUE initiatives.


5. Showcase and Learn from Innovations:
• Attend exhibitions featuring cutting-edge renewable energy solutions and productive-use equipment.
• Participate in the Executive Tour of the PUE exhibition to gain first-hand insights into innovative technologies.


6. Contribute to Policy and Practice:
• Discuss policy frameworks and regulatory approaches to enhance the adoption and sustainability of renewable energy projects in Nigeria.

Outcome Expectations

By participating, attendees will:

• Enhance their understanding of renewable energy initiatives and practices.
• Strengthen their professional networks within the renewable energy sector.
• Identify actionable strategies for collaboration and project implementation.
• Access tools and knowledge to support the scaling of renewable energy solutions across Nigeria.