Energy Handbook 2011 - GBR

P o w e r S u m m i t - T h e E n e r g y H a n d b o o k 2 0 1 1 P o w e r S u m m i t - T h e E n e r g y H a n d b o o k 2 0 1 1
Message from Dr Mohan Kaul
We are delighted to be working in partnership with Global
Business Reports to produce our first power sector publication.
The Power Handbook is designed to highlight opportunities and
share information between Commonwealth Countries on the key
issues facing the power sector.
By featuring interviews with key people in the power sector
we hope to share best practice and practical solutions that
are already in use with those countries and companies
looking to develop in this sector.
As part of our forward planning for the next 10 years, CBC
has prioritised infrastructure development in developing
Commonwealth countries, and in particular the power sector
as a key driver of economic growth and living standards.
Too many Commonwealth countries are being held back by
inadequate power supply and infrastructure.
This Publication will examine the key policy issues relating
to both energy efficiency and Generation Mix, and look at providing
practical suggestions on how to move forward.
Between now and 2035 global energy demand is expected to grow by
49%, and at least 70% of this will come from developing countries, led
by China and India. The opportunities represented by this huge growth
in demand cannot be underestimated; government alone will be unable
to deliver the generation capacity required to meet it. Partnership
between the private sector and Government are going to be essential
and the sharing of best practice between countries that have already
developed successful models will be required. The Commonwealth is
a good platform for this and CBC looks forward to continuing to work
with governments and the private sector in the power sector.
Dr. Mohan Kaul
Director General,
Commonwealth
Business Council
We hope this publication will be a useful resource for those with an
interest in the power sector in the Commonwealth.