E.2.3. Contribution to regulatory framework and policies Table 9: Contribution of the GCF Programme to Policy and Regulatory Frameworks E.2.4. Potential for knowledge and learning Describe how the project/programme contributes to the creation or strengthening of knowledge, collective learning processes, or institutions. 128. Component 1: The Mauritius Renewable Energy Agency will be a new institution that plays a central role in the energy sector. One of specific roles will be to contribute to the creation and strengthening of MARENA’s knowledge, particularly for private-sector investors so as to promote the nascent IPP sector. 129. Component 2: CEB staff will be technically equipped to strengthen the national grid to be able to accept larger injections of intermittent renewable electricity. SMEs will receive training to enable them to enter the rooftop PV market. Smart meters installed at the grid edge will generate considerable volumes of data that will be transmitted to CEB using internet protocols; this data will be analysed to improve understanding of consumer electricity usage and will inform the modification of grid management strategies. CEB’s 130. Component 3: OIDC staff and other stakeholders on Agalega, as well as OIDC staff on the mainland, will be trained in the installation, management and maintenance of small-island mini-grid systems. 131. Component 4: As highlighted in frequent newspaper articles, there is a pressing need for proper bus management and driving. Training will be organised for bus drivers and bus companies so as to improve fleet management. E.3. Sustainable Development Potential Wider benefits and priorities E.3.1. Environmental, social and economic co-benefits, including gender-sensitive development impact
E.2.3. Contribution to regulatory framework and policies Table 9: Contribution of the GCF Programme to Policy and Regulatory Frameworks E.2.4. Potential for knowledge and learning Describe how the project/programme contributes to the creation or strengthening of knowledge, collective learning processes, or institutions. 128. Component 1: The Mauritius Renewable Energy Agency will be a new institution that plays a central role in the energy sector. One of MARENA’s specific roles will be to contribute to the creation and strengthening of knowledge, particularly for private-sector investors so as to promote the nascent IPP sector. 129. Component 2: CEB staff will be technically equipped to strengthen the national grid to be able to accept larger injections of intermittent renewable electricity. SMEs will receive training to enable them to enter the rooftop PV market. Smart meters installed at the grid edge will generate considerable volumes of data that will be transmitted to CEB using internet protocols; this data will be analysed to improve understanding of consumer electricity usage and will inform the modification of CEB’s grid management strategies. 130. Component 3: OIDC staff and other stakeholders on Agalega, as well as OIDC staff on the mainland, will be trained in the installation, management and maintenance of small-island mini-grid systems. 131. Component 4: As highlighted in frequent newspaper articles, there is a pressing need for proper bus management and driving. Training will be organised for bus drivers and bus companies so as to improve fleet management. E.3. Sustainable Development Potential Wider benefits and priorities E.3.1. Environmental, social and economic co-benefits, including gender-sensitive development impact
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