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Rethinking off-grid rural electrification in the Philippines

Allan Joseph F. Mesina · 2016 · Energy Sources Part B Economics Planning and Policy

Summary. The Philippines shifted its off-grid rural electrification program toward private-sector leadership, offering subsidies to attract businesses into remote areas. This approach reduced the program from a comprehensive rural development strategy to a narrow focus on household lighting, driven by government targets. The paper argues for rethinking electricity delivery to support broader community development rather than just meeting electrification metrics.

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Mesina, A. J. F.. (2016). Rethinking off-grid rural electrification in the Philippines. Energy Sources Part B Economics Planning and Policy. https://doi.org/10.1080/15567249.2013.804894

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DOI
10.1080/15567249.2013.804894
Countries
Philippines
Regions
Asia
Categories
energy, policy
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2026-04-28