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This report is one of 17 case studies of energy access projects across Asia-Pacific, published as part of a review Towards an ‘Energy Plus’ Approach for the Poor. By identifying key project characteristics that have helped poor households and communities gain access to energy, case studies derive lessons for future energy access activities. Countries covered include Bhutan, China, Fiji, India, Lao PDR, Nepal, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Timor-Leste and Vanuatu.

This case study documents the experiences of Jagriti, a community-based organization operating in the hilly areas of India that implements its programme through women’s savings and credit groups. Jagriti has been disseminating a number of energy-saving devices that have improved the lives of poor women while empowering them in a variety of ways.