Gender issues: Energy access can be transformed from an obstacle to an opportunity for women’s empowerment through the integration of women into the energy supply chain, as well as supportive policies. Organizations in India are working to expand energy access and empower women by boosting incomes, expanding skills, and strengthening self-confidence. Over time, these efforts will enable a woman to have greater influence over herself, her family, and her community.
Enhancing energy access is an opportunity to empower women through technology that reduces drudgery, increases incomes, and boosts their status within their local communities.
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