Managed by the Private Sector Foundation Uganda, BUDS-ERT is the private sector component of the Uganda’s Energy for Rural Transformation Project (ERT). BUDS-ERT’s main objectives are to develop the private sector capacities to start, operate and improve rural electrification-related businesses and, to increase the application of efficient productive uses of electricity and ICTs in Rural Electrification (RE) areas.

The ERT Project commenced in 2003 and Phase 1 ended on 28th February 2009. Negotiations for funding of Phase 2 have been finalized and Phase 2 is expected to commence on 1st July 2009. Phase 2 disbursement of funds is likely to start in December 2009. In the interim, prospective beneficiaries can contact BUDS-ERT to discuss their proposals.

During Phase 2, BUDS-ERT will focus on provision of business development support to:
Activities related to renewable energy development (generation and distribution of energy)
Improvement of non-UMEME utility operators’ performance
Conversion of operations of some private sector companies/organizations to energy efficient systems
Solar market development
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