China Rural Energy Development

Managing Organization: China Rural Energy Development

Managing Organization URL:

http://www.c-reed.org/ [1]

Activity URL:

http://www.c-reed.org/ [2]

Affiliated Organizations: The Nature Conservancy, E+Co

Related URLs:

http://nature.org/aboutus/howwework/cbd/science/art14343.html [3], http://www.energyhouse.com/

Activity Description: The UNEP's CREED initiative fosters the development of rural energy entrepreneurs in China through partnerships with local NGOs. With the support of international development organizations and financial institutions, the initiative provides a combination of business development services and start-up financing. AREED aims to attract investments from mainstream financial partners to these entrepreneurs.