GDC innovation spotlight: E-mobility
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Authors
Roald, Klumpenaar
Gerwin, Jansen
Issue Date
2023-10
Type
Language
en
Keywords
Development , Economic Development , Energy , NGOs , Sustainability , Technology , Transport , Urban
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Abstract
This publication on e-mobility deep dives into the emergence of electric vehicles (EVs) in low-income countries, what it would take for last mile distributors (LMDs) to adopt EVs to deliver products to rural, low-income consumers, how they can overcome obstacles to doing so, and what key factors they should consider when assessing if their company is in a position to adopt EVs. The spotlight also features stories and key learnings from trailblazers Mobile Power and Jumia.
Description
This publication on e-mobility is the first of six in the innovation spotlight series by the Global Distributors Collective (GDC), which focusses on innovation trends to watch out for in the last mile distribution (LMD) sector. These trends emerged from GDC research in 2023, when we talked with 17 thought leaders in the LMD sector. Some of the trends featured are more nascent than others and, although they might not be relevant to all last mile distributors yet, we believe they are worth watching. This publication was funded with UK aid from the UK government, via the Transforming Energy Access platform; however, the views expressed do not necessarily reflect the UK government’s official policies.