ISA Programme
Scaling Solar Rooftops
To promote and assess potential, harmonise demand, and pool resources for the rapid deployment and scaling up of rooftop solar (off-grid and grid-connected)
Our Approach
Powering Rooftops, Empowering Nations.
The programme focuses on promoting the deployment of off-grid and grid-connected rooftop solar panels across member countries, with special emphasis on Island States. It encourages applications across various sectors, including government and institutional rooftops (such as healthcare centres), commercial and industrial rooftops, and residential buildings. Capacity building and stakeholder training are essential components of the initiative. The programme also seeks to develop and adopt standardised methodologies that enable effective rooftop solar policies and regulations. Furthermore, it includes facilitation for project implementation to ensure the successful deployment of rooftop solar systems.
Latest Achievements /Updates
Latest Achievements /Updates
The ISA has advanced rooftop solar initiatives across Member Countries through demonstration projects, feasibility studies, and technical assessments. Projects are underway in 13 countries, including the solarization of healthcare facilities, schools, and government buildings, with 11 projects already commissioned. Feasibility reports and DPRs have been prepared for multiple countries, while additional bankable rooftop solar projects are being developed across Island States and partner nations. ISA is also developing the ISA-ACI Handbook for the Solarization of the Aviation Sector, reinforcing its commitment to scalable and sustainable solar adoption globally.
Impact, Outcomes & Success Stories
Impact, Outcomes & Success Stories
Demonstration Projects for solarization of government buildings, healthcare facilities, and school buildings in the countries of Guyana, Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, Uganda, Mauritius, Fiji, Comoros, Kiribati, and Malawi have been successfully commissioned. Various activities for implementing Pilot projects in Ethiopia & Sao Tome & Principe are underway.
Training, Capacity Building and Knowledge Sharing
In the past year, significant strides have been made in advancing solar energy expertise and capabilities. We conducted technical training programs, successfully training 318 professionals. Additionally, we authored an E-handbook for Solar Rooftops, ensuring its distribution to all Municipal Corporations. Our initiative, Lighthouse, has been instrumental in sharing India's solar energy sector experience with African countries and Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Furthermore, the IRENA SolarCity simulator has been an invaluable tool in our efforts to promote solar energy solutions globally. These efforts underscore our commitment to advancing sustainable energy practices and technology transfer worldwide.
Programme Document
Programme Document
Accelerating global solar adoption through collaboration, innovation, and sustainable energy solutions.
Demonstration Projects
Demonstration Projects
Building a clean and energy-secure future by empowering nations with accessible renewable technologies.
Collaboration
Collaboration
Driving technological advancement and strategic partnerships to scale renewable infrastructure worldwide.
Sustainable Future
Knowledge Management
Enabling inclusive growth and climate resilience through sustainable and affordable clean energy initiatives.