surge in demand for solar thermal power generation projects in several World Bank Group (WBG) partner countries shows that … conventional thermal power generation based on the central utility model. At present, different CST technologies have reached … these barriers in order to scale up CST-based power generation. Given the considerable growth of CST development in several …

The paper reveals the conceptual links between power, empowerment and participatory development. Participatory … of power in any society. Therefore, participatory approach must have to ensure transformation of power relations … particularly gender power relations which starts with men and then with organizations and institutions. The paper concludes with …