Lessons for Electric Utilities from COVID-19 Responses in Emerging Markets

Lessons for Electric Utilities from COVID-19 Responses in Emerging Markets

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The COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic shutdown have severely depressed electricity demand across the globe, with acute consequences for the revenues and financial health of utilities, as well as smaller providers of utility services and off-grid companies. Government support has been forthcoming, but utilities need to work closely with policymakers to ensure that programs are carefully designed in order to maintain ongoing system reforms, competitiveness, and affordability, and avoid longlasting
market disruptions.

International Finance Corporation | Lessons for Electric Utilities from COVID-19 Responses in Emerging Markets