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Strengthening the Resilience of the Energy Sector to Disasters in Vanuatu

Strengthening the Resilience of the Energy Sector to Disasters in Vanuatu

Implementing Partner: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Project name: Strengthening resilience of the Vanuatu energy sector against climate-induced disasters

The project will strengthen the resilience of Vanuatu’s energy infrastructure, reducing risks and enhancing energy security for communities vulnerable to frequent climate-induced disasters.

Key activities include a capacity needs assessment for disaster risk reduction in the energy sector and the development of a national Strategic Plan for resilient energy systems.

The project will also produce climate-resilient technical design guidelines for hydro and solar PV systems, ensuring sustainable and adaptive energy solutions for Vanuatu.

Lead agency: Department of Strategic Policy, Planning & Aid Coordination (DSPPAC)

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Impact

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The project will enhance the climate resilience of decentralized renewable energy systems in rural Vanuatu, minimizing supply downtimes during disasters such as cyclones and floods while strengthening community capacity to withstand climate-induced disruptions.

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Reliable electricity will drive agricultural value addition, improve healthcare, water, and public safety services, and generate enterprise and employment opportunities—particularly benefiting women and vulnerable groups across island communities.

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National and local energy stakeholders will gain lasting expertise in integrating resilience into infrastructure design, bolstering investor confidence and advancing climate-smart energy policies, plans, and future programmes.

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Alpana Saha 2

Director, Partnerships, Governance, and Resource Mobilisation 

Alpana heads institutional partnerships, governance, and resource mobilization at CDRI, advancing cross-sector collaborations that drive resilient infrastructure programming across Member Countries and organizations. With over 25 years of experience spanning international development, global health, and the non-profit sector, she brings deep expertise in fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and delivering strategic change. 

At CDRI, Alpana has been pivotal in forging strategic alliances with governments, international organizations, and philanthropies. She also plays a key role in fortifying institutional systems and board governance mechanisms as the Coalition transitions into an international organization. 

Before joining CDRI, Alpana held senior leadership roles at The George Institute for Global Health, Plan India, WaterAid India, and SOS Children’s Villages, leading institutional fundraising and cultivating strategic partnerships for social impact. 

She holds a Master’s in Finance & Control from Aligarh Muslim University and completed Executive Education at Harvard Business School (CSR India). Her work is driven by a commitment to building enduring, values-based partnerships that accelerate sustainable development outcomes. 

Alpana Saha 

Director, Partnerships, Governance, and Resource Mobilisation 

Alpana heads institutional partnerships, governance, and resource mobilization at CDRI, advancing cross-sector collaborations that drive resilient infrastructure programming across Member Countries and organizations. With over 25 years of experience spanning international development, global health, and the non-profit sector, she brings deep expertise in fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and delivering strategic change. 

At CDRI, Alpana has been pivotal in forging strategic alliances with governments, international organizations, and philanthropies. She also plays a key role in fortifying institutional systems and board governance mechanisms as the Coalition transitions into an international organization. 

Before joining CDRI, Alpana held senior leadership roles at The George Institute for Global Health, Plan India, WaterAid India, and SOS Children’s Villages, leading institutional fundraising and cultivating strategic partnerships for social impact. 

She holds a Master’s in Finance & Control from Aligarh Muslim University and completed Executive Education at Harvard Business School (CSR India). Her work is driven by a commitment to building enduring, values-based partnerships that accelerate sustainable development outcomes.