As of May 2015, Myanmar's electricity infrastructure met only half of the national demand, leaving around 70% of the largely rural population without access to the national grid. This energy gap has contributed to significantly lower living standards in rural areas compared to urban centers. Energy supply and efficiency challenges are common across the CLMV countries. This project promotes regional collaboration by developing adaptable training materials and program designs that can be applied in future academic or development initiatives, thereby supporting knowledge sharing and improved energy access across the Mekong region.
