E02-S02 - Analyzing the Effects of Economic Determinants on Urban and Rural Energy Poverty: Evidence from 36 African Countries
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E02-S02 - Analyzing the Effects of Economic Determinants on Urban and Rural Energy Poverty: Evidence from 36 African Countries
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The 2nd episode of the 2nd season of podNECE presents a study that investigates the primary socio-economic drivers of energy poverty across 36 African nations between 2000 and 2020. By utilizing fractional regression models, the authors distinguish between the factors influencing electricity access in urban versus rural environments. The study reveals that economic growth and a larger elderly population generally improve power availability, whereas unemployment serves as a major barrier to electrification. Interestingly, the data shows that foreign direct investment boosts energy access in cities but fails to provide similar benefits to remote areas. Ultimately, the text argues for targeted policy interventions, such as income subsidies and job creation, to facilitate universal energy access across the continent.
podNECE is a podcast by NECE - Research Centre for Business Sciences, University of Beira Interior, Portugal.