The Energy–Water–Food Nexus at Decentralized Scales
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Authors
Stevens, Lucy
Mary Gallagher
Issue Date
2015-05
Type
Language
en
Keywords
Energy , Food , Water and Sanitation
Alternative Title
Le nexus énergie-eau alimentation à des échelles décentralisées
Abstract
This paper uses Practical Action’s experiences with micro-hydro schemes to connect global nexus debates to the experiences of and solutions for remote off-grid communities and smallholder farmers. Through examples in Peru, Nepal, and Zimbabwe we exemplify the need for an integrated approach to energy, water, and food security. We show that decentralized energy provision has a huge potential to deliver the services that communities need and have a right to, while balancing the constraints of an increasingly resource-scarce environment.