Legacy Project

Enhancing Capacity for Low Emission Development Strategies (EC-LEDS)

Funder: USAID

Project Timeline: September 27, 2013 - September 26, 2017

Program Areas: U.S. Programs , Clean Energy & Circular Economy and Climate Change

As Georgia’s economy and industries grow, so too do the country’s projected greenhouse gas emissions. This is exacerbated by Georgia’s outdated and inefficient lighting, heating and energy systems. This program works with the national government, municipalities, businesses and others to develop and implement a national low emission development strategy. Among the tools being developed are municipal-level sustainable energy action plans, policies and guidelines that promote cleaner energy use, and the promotion of energy efficiency and green buildings to reduce the country’s greenhouse gas emissions and improve its economic competitiveness.

Project Goals

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municipality sustainable energy action plans (SEAPS) developed covering 41% of Georgia’s total population

developed one of the first grid-connected solar systems in Georgia